“The blow of reality when leaving Athletic was great and it was very good for me”

How was your year at Sestao River?

Very happy. After a year of barely playing, I had the season I had (35 games, two goals and ten assists), well, I’m happy.

Saved on the last day and eleventh in the table. curious

It has been incredible. We’re in the middle of the table and it’s like we haven’t struggled all year.

How was the Sestao experience?

It was a bit difficult to leave Lezama and go to Sestao, but I was very happy.

Is there a big difference between Bilbao Athletic and Sestao?

Finally, in Lezama you have all the facilities: gym, fields, swimming pool to recover… When you arrive in Sestao you realize the reality of football, that you have to walk ten minutes to train, with no swimming pool to recover ..

So, is it really cold outside Lezama?

That’s true. In the end you have everything there, even with that alone things don’t work. This year I learned that even if you don’t have everything, you can be very happy and I’m in Sestao. The blow of truth is great and it is very good for me.

What two years! Go down with Bilbao Athletic and take on Sestao on the final day.

At Bilbao Athletic we had a better team than the season we had. This year the group has done a lot to come together, paddle and achieve safety. It’s the best locker room I’ve ever had in my life and it’s reflected because we reached the goal.

Did you have a great season on the Sestao River?

I’m so happy. I knew I could do better numbers, that’s what football is about, but I finished very well.

And now?

To rest, summer, silence.

And offers?

There is something out there, but we will see.

His brother Gorka left Athletic at the time and returned a few years later. Could the same case apply to you?

I wish. I have a lot of confidence in myself and the dream is always there. If there is an opportunity, take it.

What position do you like best?

Back forward, inside I’m comfortable; but where they put me

Can you imagine an Athletic with Williams on the wing and the Guruzetas inside?

I wish. I know it is very difficult, that it is a dream; But I hope one day I can play with my brother.

He is number 9 of Athletic and no one is arguing with him.

I am twice as happy when I see him fulfill his dream. Last year, he helped me a lot when I wasn’t playing. He is four years older and knows what football is.

This year he also became Athletic’s top scorer.

I always thought he would be the best striker in the world. You have to dream big, but in the end if it surprises you it’s because you haven’t scored so many goals in the First Division. I hope next year I will do more.

Will get back to you. Was your last year in the reserve team disappointing?

We had a fairly young squad and when you get into that dynamic it’s hard to get out, especially if you’re not one hundred percent convinced. Bilbao Athletic is now back, very happy.

Are Las Llanas fans a big deal?

I was amazed from day one. Everyone on the street cheers you on, especially when you make a mistake. Surprising and very grateful.

What are your challenges for the next year?

Find a team first and continue with this person’s line. And if one day the door opens to return to Lezama again, I will be happy.