Fabio Silva raves about BVB: “The fans are the best” | OneFootball

Since joining Borussia Dortmund, Fabio Silva has settled in quickly and remains satisfied despite limited playing time. The striker has been especially taken by the impressive atmosphere and the BVB fans.

Since his move last summer, Fabio Silva has settled in quickly at Borussia Dortmund – even if he has mostly been limited to the role of a substitute so far. The Portuguese forward, who joined from Wolverhampton Wanderers for €22.5 million, is nevertheless thoroughly pleased with his first few months at BVB.

The attacker is particularly impressed by the atmosphere at Signal Iduna Park. “The fans are the club. If you take the fans away, the club is not the same anymore,” Silva told Sky, and he was especially full of praise when speaking about the famous Südtribüne: “When you’re warming up, you come in and already see the Yellow Wall, everyone singing. It’s crazy and unbelievable.”

On the sporting side, Silva initially had to wait his turn. Behind Serhou Guirassy, the 23-year-old was often only second choice. Although he has made numerous appearances so far, he has rarely been in the starting XI. Even so, he gives a positive assessment midway through the season: “It feels good. I’m doing a good job.”

Silva’s record at BVB: room for improvement in the numbers

With two goals and six assists in 32 competitive appearances, his stats still leave room for improvement, something Silva himself also acknowledges. “Of course, in football people mainly look at the numbers now, no longer just the performance or the way you play football. I don’t really like that, because I believe football is much more than that,” he explained.

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Even so, the attacking player believes he is on the right track – especially when he has been allowed to start: “In the periods when I was in the starting lineup, I had good numbers and people can see what I can do for the team.” Silva wants to continue proving himself and is working hard on his game. He accepts the competition for places, while also emphasizing his motivation and ambition. “I think everyone can see what I can give to the club,” said the striker.

Silva also feels at home in Dortmund off the pitch. “I’m very happy to be at this club, which trusts me and wanted me here,” he said, making it clear that his development at BVB is far from complete.

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