Farioli: “There are players we'd like to go for, some are difficult now” | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli described the match against Aston Villa as a “good test”. At the end of the game, the FC Porto coach highlighted the team’s performance and also spoke about the transfer market.

“It’s a good test against a very strong opponent. It was good to see the way we approached the game; we had a very strong start. It was good to see players playing 90 minutes. The atmosphere was great. It’s the right boost to prepare for the season, starting with the game against Torreense, which has a title at stake,” he began by telling Sport TV.

The starting eleven used for 60 minutes: “We did the same against Gil Vicente. The players now have the same minutes, they’ve had the same opportunities, and now we’re going to start making decisions. They know that for me it’s not just 11 players, we are 25. There are many things to do, and these weeks have given me enough to make the first decisions. The players worked well; now it’s time to refresh their minds and legs so we can be ready for the first game of the season

Pablo Rosario at right-back against Torreense: “I don’t know, we’ll see. Alberto is recovering, but today we didn’t want to take any risks. Martim could also be back. We’ll see how things develop over the next few days.”

On the transfer market: “There are still 4 weeks to go. There are some things we have to do. We agree on what we feel and what is important. We don’t have full control over the market; there are players we would like to pursue, some who are difficult at the moment, but good opportunities may come up later. We are aware that something has to be done, but I have to give attention to this fantastic group. The club will do what is necessary for us to be competitive.”

The pressure for the new season: “As I said last season, what was done in the past is part of history. The trophies are in the museum. We’re going to start from 0; I want to have a team that has the hunger and desire of an underdog. It’s about going game by game.”

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