Not just Boniface impresses: this is how Steffen rates new signing Puertas | OneFootball

In the hype surrounding the signing of Victor Boniface, it almost went unnoticed that Werder Bremen also signed Cameron Puertas. However, the midfielder also brings a lot of quality and could strengthen the Green-Whites.

Horst Steffen is certainly convinced of his new addition: "He is very diligent, always on the move and always wants to be available for play. He has a great team spirit, doesn't want to put himself in the foreground, but wants to work for the team," he praised him at the press conference before the game against Gladbach this weekend.

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Puertas has strengths in both defense and offense: "He is strong in leading duels and in ball recovery. He shoots good standards, has a good shooting technique and the urge to go forward. Accordingly, his goals and assists come about. A good player."

It also helps that he knows Senne Lynen and Boniface from their time together at Union Saint-Gilloise. Steffen: "For the integration, this was certainly helpful. They arrived very quickly and the boys feel comfortable. Of course, it helps if they have someone by their side who can show them everything off the field. They had a good time in Belgium and they have experienced enormous appreciation for each other."

The only question now is how quickly the late arrivals will internalize Steffen's ideas. "We now have to prove that we are also good enough for Gladbach. It takes time to improve things. We are not yet where I want to be with the players. Now quality has been added again, which will do us good. We want to challenge the opponent on Sunday and hopefully make some progress."

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