BTN News: As the Apertura 2024 season starts, Pumas continues to add new players to their team. This weekend, they welcomed Rubén Duarte.
Rubén Duarte Arrives in Mexico City to Join Pumas Before Their Season Debut
Before Pumas’ first game in the Mexican football season, Rubén Duarte came to Mexico City. The Spanish defender, who played for Alavés, is excited about this new challenge.
“We have been talking about this move for a long time, and it took longer than expected, but I am finally here. I think this is an exciting challenge, and I am very motivated. It is a chance for me to grow as a person and as a player,” Duarte said.
Rubén Duarte’s Background and Experience in Football and His Readiness to Adapt Quickly to Pumas
Duarte, who trained at Espanyol, has been with Alavés since 2017 and even served as the team captain. He understands the responsibility of joining Pumas and is ready to adapt quickly.
“I come from a high-level league, where I was the captain, and it was very demanding. It will be the same here, and I think I need to adapt to what the coach wants from the very first moment,” the 28-year-old defender stated.
Rubén Duarte Promises Dedication, Humility, and Experience to His New Team, Pumas
Duarte is determined to bring dedication, humility, and experience to his new team. “I will give my all, with hard work and humility. I will bring my experience from playing many games in the Spanish league. I hope to show my best form and help the club,” he added.
Rubén Duarte to Undergo Physical and Medical Tests Before Finalizing His Contract with Pumas
Duarte will undergo physical and medical tests before finalizing his contract with Pumas. Confident in his readiness, he mentioned, “The league starts earlier here than in Spain, so I have been active for a bit over a month. I am training with my coach to be in the best shape possible.”
Pumas fans eagerly await Duarte’s official debut and hope his addition will positively impact the team’s performance this season.
