Mateu Alemany: "I’m here because I see a real club project" | OneFootball

Mateu Alemany, the new Director of Men’s Football at Atlético de Madrid, has spoken to the club’s official media. He did so in an extensive interview, where he discussed the reasons that led him to sign for the rojiblanco side, his memories of Luis Aragonés, and the objectives he has for the team at the Metropolitano.

In his first words as Atlético’s Director of Football, Mateu Alemany stated: “I feel excited, hopeful, and also a sense of responsibility. Coming to such a great club as this one, and with the responsibility they are giving me, is a huge challenge. And I want to respond with my work and commitment.” He also added: “If I’m here, it’s also because I see a club project, a sporting project, with a great leader like Simeone and many possibilities to compete at every level.”

During the interview, he made several references to Luis Aragonés, who is a role model for Alemany. He stated, “I don’t set limits and we always try to win. Win, win, and win,” and added: “With Luis Aragonés, I saw things I had never seen before. He’s a football genius.”

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