Football player Aleix Vidal He affirmed this Wednesday during his presentation as a new Espanyol player, at the RCDE Stadium, that he hopes “not to disappoint and rise to the occasion” after signing for two seasons plus an optional one.
The versatile player, who can act both on the side and on the offensive plot, insisted that the Blue and White proposal was the one that convinced him the most. “I was free and I have received offers, but the most sincere has been that of Espanyol. I spent some time here and coming back is good for me,” he said.
Aleix Vidal He asserted that the agreement with the Catalan entity has been simple. “My goal was clear from the first moment, I am where I want to be. I have had no doubts,” insisted the footballer, who played in the lower categories of the Blue and White club before developing his career in the First Division.
The player, in this sense, insisted that he did not value playing in some exotic league. “I think I can compete at the highest level and I wanted to do it in the team that gave me the most confidence, which has been Espanyol. I did not feel the need to have to go to other countries,” argued the Tarragona player.
Asked about his position on the pitch, Aleix Vidal He commented that during his career he has mainly acted “extreme.” “The intention here is to play on the wing because the sides are already well covered,” explained the third signing of the summer in a blue and white key.
On the other hand, the midfielder Manuel Morlanes shared presentation with Aleix Vidal, which arrives on loan. “Coming to a club like Espanyol is an opportunity that I could not miss. It is a great step in my short career and I will do my best to make it a great year,” he said.
The 22-year-old footballer highlighted the great reception of the dressing room. “The atmosphere is magnificent,” he said. On the strictly sporting level, Manuel Morlanes affirmed that, although he is not a defensive midfielder, he will help the coach, Vicente Moreno, in whatever way I can.