Tuta on...
...the summer break: “I really enjoyed the time in Brazil with my family but I’m happy to be back here. My batteries are recharged, so it’s time to go again.”
...his sense of responsibility: “The level is rising, but my focus is on preparing myself for the upcoming challenges in the best possible way, and keeping my concentration. I want to accept the role I’ve been given as a central defender and take on responsibility.”
As a Brazilian, it’s a big thing for me to be playing in Europe. It’s a dream come true. The fact that we can now play in the Champions League is the cherry on top.
Tuta
..the Champions League: “As a Brazilian, it’s a big thing for me to be playing in Europe. It’s a dream come true. The fact that we can now play in the Champions League is the cherry on top.”
...the strength of the team: “There’s a lot of quality in every position, be it in defence, midfield or up front. Now it’s all about starting the season well and integrating the new guys. It’s helpful for us that the intensity is so high in training because that helps us prepare in the best way possible.”
Frankfurt has become home for me.
Tuta
...his contract extension: “Frankfurt has become home for me. When I first came here and didn’t speak any German, the club was very patient and gave me confidence. With that in mind there’s a sense of gratitude involved with the contract extension.”
...things he misses: “I miss the sun a bit compared to Brazil, but that aside I don’t miss a lot of things, apart from my family. But there are always opportunities for them to come and visit me and for us to have nice moments together. Overall, I feel very comfortable here.”
