Alisson Santos clear on why he left Sporting | OneFootball

Alisson Santos surprised the winter market by moving from Sporting to Napoli, on a €3.5 million loan that could earn the Lions another €16.5 million if the Italians activate the permanent purchase clause. The winger explained that he decided to leave because he was not getting many minutes at Alvalade.

“I wasn’t playing much at Sporting, but I was very happy about this great opportunity in life and in my career. It’s very beautiful to be at Napoli, it motivates me a lot,” he said in an interview with the Italian newspaper 'La Repubblica'. The Brazilian recalled his childhood in Lisbon with his mother and how he always dreamed of making it in professional football.

“Among my friends, I was one of the best. And getting here was my dream. I had a lot of fun and tried to improve every day. I worked very hard and I still do. I know I have to work even harder and push myself a lot to reach the top".

The player also spoke about his trademark goal celebration, inspired by surfing. “I like the skill with which they move in the water. Even though I’ve never stood on a board,” he explained, adding that Neymar is a reference for him: “His dribbling is the most beautiful thing in football. There is nothing more exciting than one-on-one situations.”

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