Article
12 May 2009
Realmadrid.com / Translation by Michael J. O'Donnell
Dani Parejo is one of the team's academy players and he firmly believes he has a spot on the team. The midfielder only thinks about playing for Real Madrid.
Nothing can prevent the team from being the runner-up in La Liga. Do you think now is the time for those who normally don't play to be given a chance to shine? (Realmadrid.com)
There are three games left in the season. This is Real Madrid, the greatest team there is. Wearing this shirt means everything to us and the squad is convinced it can do well. We must try to win our remaining games, no matter which of us play. That's what's really important.
Did you expect to play more? (Onda Cero)
It's been difficult for me, but I knew it would be like this when I arrived. I was also unlucky to be injured for a month, during which the team won many consecutive games. We've had a spectacular run in the second leg and it's hard to find a spot on a team that does so well because the coach doesn't change what's working for him.
Could next season be Real Madrid's year? (RNE)
As I said, I was unlucky to be injured when I arrived, but I recovered and I am currently training well. I am very excited about the coming season and I want to help the team as much as I can.
Several youth system players returned to the team this year, but they haven't played, something that may have stalled their careers. Do you think that's what's happened to you? (Antena 3)
I only spent six months on another team. It's been a somewhat complicated year for me because I've gone through many changes and I also got injured. The positive thing is that I've learned a lot. I work with the best players in the world and the mere fact of sharing a dressing room with them is important to keep improving.
You said before that one must respect the shirt of the club he represents... (Radio Marca)
When playing for this Club, one must know this shirt represents a lot and must also give his all in every game. A Real Madrid player is expected to win all the time, or at least to do everything he can to win.
Do you think it was necessary for the President and Mijatovic to give a wake-up call, or is it understood that Real Madrid always do their best? (AS)
I think it's understood. We play for the best club in the world and we must do our best in every single game we play.
There is much talk about future signings, many of which play in your position. What do you think of that? (Telemadrid)
This is Real Madrid, a club that always signs the best players. I want to stay next season and all the time I spend on the team will be good for me. There's talk of many players, but it won't matter until they're here. I will welcome them and continue to work hard for a spot on the team.