INTERVIEW | 02/20/2020
"It is an honor to be a player of this club and I am very excited about the opportunity," he said on Realmadrid TV.
Reinier gave Realmadrid TV his first interview as a Real Madrid player and explained his enthusiasm for this new stage: “Since childhood I have always been Real Madrid, it is my passion and everyone knows it. I'm very happy and it's a dream to be in this club. "
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What does it mean for you to have been presented with the Real Madrid shirt?
There is nothing that resembles Real Madrid, it is the best. It is the biggest club in the world, the team of which I am a follower. I am very happy, our dreams have come true. The dreams of my father, my mother, my sister … and I am excited about this opportunity. As I said, it is a dream come true and I thank God and everyone.
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How does the dream continue from now on?
The dream has come true and it has been difficult to get here. It has been many hours, training, and now he continues with a lot of work and dedication. I try to listen to the advice of people who have been in the club for a long time and I am very happy for the opportunity.
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What is the first thing that comes to mind when you see the thirteen European Cups?
The history and importance they have in world football. The greatness that this club has in the world. It is an honor to be here, to be a Real Madrid player. It is a dream come true. I have struggled a lot to be here. It is a great happiness to be here and live this moment.
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What defines you best in the field?
I really like playing short, making walls, auctions, reaching the area and driving. I like to finish off, and most importantly, make goals and give assists.
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Have you been able to talk to Marcelo, Casemiro, Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo or Militão?
They are great people and great players too. I was able to meet Rodrygo, he showed me the facilities and he welcomed me very much. I was also with Casemiro, Marcelo, Vinicius Jr. and Militão. It has been a very nice welcome, with much love.
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Where does your passion for Real Madrid come from?
Since childhood I always liked Real Madrid. I have seen many Champions and many titles. I am very happy to come to this great club. Everyone knows that it is my passion and my team since childhood.
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Now you are under the command of Raul, one of the greatest legends of Real Madrid. Does he illusion?
Yes, I am very excited to have him as a coach. I will learn a lot with him. You can tell he is a great person and a great coach and I know that he will help me a lot as a player and as a person.
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What sacrifices have you and your family made to get to Real Madrid?
When I was little I left my mother and my sister to try to be a soccer player. I went to Rio de Janeiro from Brasilia, to a new city and left them there. It was very difficult because they always helped me in school and in everything. After two years they came with me and everything was easier. But thank God everything went well and I came here with a lot of effort and work. Being here in Madrid is a dream for me and for them.
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What message do you send to Real Madrid?
I am here, from my heart, and very happy for this opportunity. I will do my best, play happy football and make many goals and give assists, which is what I like and I am good. I will give my life for Madrid, it is a dream come true. Go Madrid!