Gabriel Paulista convinces Simeone: “It gives me the confidence to show”

This is usually not easy, for new incorporations Atlético de Madridgain fame, gain the trust of Diego Pablo Simeone. The Argentine coach, between the very young promises that he has to train, and the great football players, with experience, prefer the latter.

Therefore, his request for a midfielder in the last winter market is more focused on the profile of that player –O’Reilly either Mats Wieffer-, which I can use from the first moment; over options like Arthur Vermeerenwho had to earn his place, thought of many things…

For this reason, the situation of the Belgian is diametrically opposed to one of the signings that came in the winter. In this case, we are talking about Gabriel Paulista. The Brazilian center back, 33 years old as he is, has been doing this all his life and doesn’t have many things to explain to him. He speaks the language, he knows Spanish football… So he lands on his feet, so to speak.

The crash earlier Legs This is his second tenure at Athletic. And again, as in its premiere before the Seville, is one of the best. Perhaps less accurate in passing than Simeone -74%- would like, but always well positioned and strong in duels, which is now the team’s biggest headache. Cholo. He won two of his three attacks, committed only one foul and was undefeated. Security and simplicity, what the coach demands from his team in that position.

“He worked well, he was asking for a place. Since his arrival, he has come with the intention and energy to help and he has represented this very well on the field. I hope it continues this way. The competition in that area is good. And it’s better for the team that everyone is available and gives the best to each other,” said Cholo after the game.

SIMEONE’S TRUST

The Brazilian is very happy with the opportunity to continue playing, with the opportunity it has given him Simeon. “I’m very good, I’ve been playing so physically I’m very good. With the coach, he gives me complete confidence to work and show how I can help my teammates. My teammates also help me a lot, they have a lot of trust in me and I will try to give my best on the field,” he explained. Gabriel Paulista at the end of the game.

“We suffered a week, with the loss cup. Mentally we were sad of course but we showed that we can continue,” he added about the analysis of the match.

“It’s important to score points, it helps you work better every day, to gain more confidence. Now we have a long week, to take advantage and recover physically, improve the tactics we need and think about the match. Cádizto proceed against League”, he concluded.