Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz “can’t wait” to make his Serie A debut and isn’t fazed by the €30m price-tag. “It’s extra motivation.”
The 22-year-old arrived from Real Betis over the summer for €30m, but is yet to feature for the Partenopei.
He is nonetheless called up for international duty with the Spain Under-21 side.
“I can’t wait to get started. I’ve been carrying a thigh strain for three weeks, but I feel good now,” he told Marca.
Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz “can’t wait” to make his Serie A debut and isn’t fazed by the €30m price-tag. “It’s extra motivation.”
The 22-year-old arrived from Real Betis over the summer for €30m, but is yet to feature for the Partenopei.
He is nonetheless called up for international duty with the Spain Under-21 side.
“I can’t wait to get started. I’ve been carrying a thigh strain for three weeks, but I feel good now,” he told Marca.
“I spent many years in Seville, my home town, close to my family and with the same club. Now I am facing a big change and want to do well.
“I thought Napoli would be a good move for my future, as it’s important to experience different cultures and environments. I can’t wait to make my debut.”
Fabian was asked if the €30m price-tag put extra pressure on his shoulders.
“More than anything, it gives extra motivation. Napoli made a real effort to buy me and now I must repay them on the field. I don’t think it generates fear, but rather motivation to prove that I’m worth it.
“I learn something from every Coach and it’s thanks to Setien that I am here now, so I must thank him. Now there’s Carlo Ancelotti, who won so many trophies and, on top of being a great Coach, is also a wonderful person. I’m sure I will learn so much from him.
“Italian football has a great deal of passion, but I can’t say much more for the moment because I haven’t been on the pitch.”