The Peruvian defender Carlos Zambrano needs new airs and at 26 years old he will leave the Bundesliga that made him debut professionally to go to the Russian League, specifically to Rubin Kazan.
Ready for new challenges. "Things are clear. The strongest option is Russia. I am only going to Germany to settle things and leave on good terms with Eintracht Frankfurt, where I felt comfortable in recent years," said the defender to América TV.
Excited about the Rubin Kazan project. Russia will be the center of football in a couple of years and its clubs want to take the lead in the Champions League, that's why the 'Lion' would have decided to go to the league of the largest nation in Europe. "They have a new project, they are putting together a good group, they want to win the championship, qualify for the Champions League. I feel great with this team," he added.
Another culture. Russia has a very different culture than Zambrano has been accustomed to and the language will undoubtedly be one of the great challenges for the central defender. "I have to learn and sacrifice a lot," he emphasized.
Transfer details. The former Schalke 04, St.Pauli and Eintracht Frankfurt player will go to Rubin Kazan for 5 years, the Russian club will pay the clause to terminate the contract with the 'Eagles'.
Wants to return to the national team. Zambrano doesn't close the doors to the national team and wants to be considered for the September double date: "It depends on the coach and if I have to be there, I will give my best."