Ivanovic on Benfica breakthrough: I spoke to Mourinho and... | OneFootball

Franjo Ivanovic returned to the spotlight. Recently, the forward from Benfica gave an interview to the Croatian press, where he spoke about his time at Luz, revealing a conversation with José Mourinho about his playing time, or in this case, the lack of minutes.

"I spoke with Mourinho and he told me that everything is fine, that he has nothing against me and that he doesn't see any problem, but that he is playing with a forward and Pavlidis is scoring and has priority", began the number 9, to the Croatian portal Gol.hr, after having played minutes in the victory against Real Madrid.

"He told me that the general situation at the club wasn't the best, a bit difficult. He also told me to keep training like this and give my best, that opportunities will come", added Franjo Ivanovic, recalling the words he heard from José Mourinho.

"I feel positive, I give 100 percent in training and seize every opportunity. I am aware that in football everything changes quickly. You come in, score an important goal, and the story is already different", he continued, showing that he is committed to giving his best for the team.

"I don't give up, I fight, I give my all and I'm sure I will be rewarded. And I would do everything the same way, I wouldn't change anything. I started well and I think it's just a matter of time until everything falls into place", concluded the 22-year-old forward, about his current situation at Benfica.

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