Alarcón: “Farioli told me he didn’t want me to leave…” | OneFootball

Ángel Alarcón moved to Utrecht in January, on loan from FC Porto. He arrived in Invicta in 2024, coming from Barcelona, and explained in an interview with Marca why he went against the wishes of Francesco Farioli.

“He told me he didn’t want me to leave. I think I could have helped FC Porto become champions, but I needed more playing time, confidence, and above all, to play regularly,” he began by saying.

At FC Porto, Ángel Alarcón made only six appearances for the first team, making his debut this season thanks to Farioli, whom he praised highly.

“He is a very organized coach who values the physical aspect a lot. He likes to press and wants the players to play at 200 percent. He changed my mentality. He gave me the confidence I needed to feel like part of the first team.”

“I was sure I could have an opportunity in the first team. I made my debut with 15 minutes against Rio Ave, then I started against Red Star in the Europa League. I worked hard and gave my best in training, I saw that I could keep earning more minutes.”

The 21-year-old forward also spoke about his time at Utrecht, a club that holds an option to buy 50 percent of his rights.

“It was a big step. I try to do my best and not think about the future. Whatever has to happen, will happen. Staying here or returning to FC Porto are both good options,” he concluded.

In the Eredivisie, Ángel Alarcón has played seven games, scored two goals, and provided one assist.

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