Moisés: Chat with Vojvoda, Santos move my biggest challenge | OneFootball

One day after making his debut in the defeat against Athletico-PR, forward Moisés was officially presented as the newest player for Santos on Friday afternoon, during a press conference at Vila Belmiro. He was introduced by club idol Alberto, who handed the club jersey to the striker. In a brief statement, the former player highlighted that the new signing is “the face of Santos.”

“I’m very happy to wear this jersey. It carries a lot of weight. It’s a great club, I can say that. I won’t say I’m not nervous [laughs]. My debut wasn’t as I would have liked, but I think I managed to show a little of how I can help. I hope to earn everyone’s affection and show that I can help Santos a lot,” said the athlete.

Moisés has played for clubs such as Hercílio Luz, Concórdia, Brusque, Cruz Azul-MEX, and Fortaleza. The 29-year-old forward signed a three-year permanent contract with Santos and understands that wearing the black-and-white jersey is the biggest challenge of his career so far.

“A lot [if it’s the biggest challenge of my career]. Absolutely, without a doubt. Santos is a showcase in Brazil and in the world, this jersey carries a lot of weight, not just here in Brazil. I have a lot to improve here, and I think everyone around me is here to help, including Moisés. The people at Santos are human beings and are helping me a lot so that I can repay all this affection with goals or assists. With their help, I have everything I need to grow at the club,” he said.

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Vojvoda’s Influence

Moisés was recommended by coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda, with whom he worked during his time at Fortaleza. The forward can play both centrally and on the wings.

“We spent more than three years together. He helped me grow as a person and as a player, gave me full support when I arrived at Fortaleza. I managed to show great football, and I think I have a lot to add. He had a conversation with me, he called me. There’s no way to say no, it’s a very heavy jersey. I hope that this year we can be happy and that I can help him and the team, and that we can have a great year,” said Moisés.

The player made his debut for Santos last Thursday night, in the 2-1 defeat to Athletico-PR, in the third round of the Brazilian Championship. He revealed that the squad had a conversation, but they continue to support Juan Pablo Vojvoda’s work.

“After the game, it’s normal for everyone to be upset, given how the defeat happened. Unfortunately, we didn’t win, but we can’t keep lamenting, because in the Brasileirão we need to score points, it gets harder every day. In the Paulistão, we know it’s going to be tough, but he believes in everyone, everyone is working for the team, we believe in his work [Vojvoda]. We have everything to have a great year here at Santos,” he commented.

How to shield from external pressure?

Santos started the year under heavy pressure from the fans due to negative results. So far, Peixe has only two wins in 10 games, with four draws and four losses.

“Man, I think my teammates, the staff, are giving me all the support possible so that this external side doesn’t interfere on the field. I’m with great players. We know the weight, how hard it is to have a winning streak, so we have to work hard, stay focused, and everyone must be united to have a great year,” the player concluded.

Moisés is Santos’ fourth reinforcement for the current season. Before him, Peixe announced midfielder Gabriel Menino and forwards Gabigol and Rony. Facing financial difficulties, Peixe has been betting on signings that come at zero cost or on loan.

Moisés’ Career

Revealed by Hercílio Luz in 2019, Moisés gained prominence upon his arrival at Fortaleza in 2022. His performance led to his sale to Cruz Azul, in Mexico, where he played only 20 matches and scored two goals.

In 2024, he returned to Leão do Pici in the biggest transfer in the club’s history: 3.5 million euros (approximately R$ 21.6 million).

For the Ceará team, he played 174 games, scored 42 goals, and provided 17 assists. In the current season, he played in six matches of the Campeonato Cearense but did not participate in any goals.

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