The French Kenny Ellisonde and the belgto Ben Hermans, two veteran climbers from Lidl-Trek and Israel-Premier Techis announced as new Cofidis signings for the next season, squad where the Spaniards play Ion Izagirre and Jesus Herrada.
Two experienced reinforcements for the French squad, Elissonde, 32, and Hermans, 37, in a team where the Frenchman’s stripes are also showing. Guillaume Martinusually leader in grand tours.
“I like this new challenge and to return to a French team. I am a climber, I like stage races. Throughout my career, I ride for my leaders, but to play my card and try to get the best possible result. The experience allows you to know yourself better, have more calmness and also support the youngest,” he said. Elissonde, stage winner in Angliru in the 2013 Vuelta.
In the case of Hermans, the Belgian feels “especially grateful for this new opportunity.”
“In the past I have shown that I am a fairly complete rider, who appreciates both classics and stage races. I want to give everything for my new teammates, put myself at the service of the leaders and , if necessary, accept my responsibilities and try my luck in my time,” he commented Hermans.
Source: La Verdad
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