Paulo Díaz is the new player of River Plate. The Chilean defender signed his contract for three years on Thursday and was presented at the club's institution in the Núnez neighborhood on Friday. "I've always seen River as a big team. They play like a big team, always attacking. I hope to adapt as soon as possible," said the player.
Díaz, 24, confessed that he did everything possible to join the Argentine team and that it is a big step in his career. "When I was at San Lorenzo, I faced River and realized it was a great club."
THE MOST OUTSTANDING PHRASES OF THE PRESS CONFERENCE
ABOUT GALLARDO
"Marcelo knows that I am a competitive player. I want to play all the time, but we have to take it step by step. I have to adapt to what Marcelo wants. But the sooner I play, the better."
"I have already had intense training sessions with the Chilean national team. And Marcelo likes to work hard, he is also intense."
"Marcelo asked a lot of me, he made an effort and I appreciate it."
"Marcelo's teams are always characterized by intensity, always attacking and possessing the ball."
ABOUT THE SQUAD
"A very good, very humble group. They gave me a warm welcome. I spoke to Marcelo before starting practice and he told me what he wants from me. I wanted to come to River."
"The group is very humble, affectionate. And the coaching staff is very different from the ones I had."
ABOUT THE LIBERTADORES CUP
"One always dreams of reaching that stage. And hopefully, I can be in the Superclásico."