I don’t say what more they can talk about when they have a little idea. In a moment of honor reserved for Monaco’s ancient citizens, Louis II, Leonardo Jardim and Arsene Wenger had long-lasting careers and innovation. This must not be the right choice. Normal, enter the glory Coaches coronnés sur le Rocher. More than an hour later, the 50-year-old Portuguese, 2017 French champion with L’ASM, is volunteering to cash in on this beautiful period of their career on the roof of the training center at La Turbie. I also shared the vision of the technicians about the effective current season and the rich season that was announced.
How successful are you in this centenary?
I am happy and guaranteed to return to all these people who have written the history of AS Monaco. Contractors, players, bosses…this is a beautiful moment of sharing. There are a large number of people, players who are not as attracted as Ludo Jolly…
L’AS Monaco, who represents you?
I’m Portuguese but Monaco stays in the heart club. I also support Monaco for other clubs because I have been working for five years. I’m in a house, I have a host in my life… This club has the most great communication.
“In 2017, in a complete environment”
When you dream, you think about winning the title of French champion in 2017…
Well, but it’s not just that. I have a group of Monaco entrepreneurs who want to find more matches (270, 1). On the podium in Ligue 1 all time; International matches against Arsenal, Tottenham, City or Dortmund; In winning the Super Cup title Paris Saint-Germain…
You can build a fantastic equipment!
This title in 2017 rewards three years’ work. In 2014, a lot of young players came through. Bakayoko, Bernardo Silva, Lemar, Fabinho… they have all improved. Ensuite Kylian (Mbappe) is a member of the academy, guarding players who join the club like Moutinho or Falcao, or others who are in the second division like Dirar, Ragui or Subasic… in fact, a complete, solid team. At the end with 95 points, plus 100 points (107)… That’s great. By the end of the season, I will keep it over a period of time. You can use many formation players in the club and sell them well.
Your vision on the actual equipment and its appearance is attractive?
I’ve looked at two games this season. This is a more organized young outfit, with a lot of quality and talent players. I have learned what a very beautiful season has to offer.
Are you a strong army to be a good Champions League player?
I’m thinking. Well, it’s not easy to win the Champions League, but thanks to this hope, I believe it’s possible. I think it’s possible to qualify for the top 8. But the game could be easier to get the champion.
“Zagreb? Focus on the good mentality.”
Akliouche and Ben Seghir, that’s why you play!
Yes, I hope there are a lot of talented players. I’ve landed on some Bernardo Silva or Lemar, that kind of player with tempo, with dribbling ability, good strike… Ben is not pretty but against Le Havre. I think these two talents will be difficult to keep at Monaco in the future.
This is a rare problem for young players…
It’s true, it’s education. In the modern era, Bernardo and Lemar also defended a lot in color, and they did not remain the same. Top players should avoid this defensive stance. It’s not easy to play if you don’t defend the ball. You may avoid playing as you are in equipment, but if you are more than that, it is difficult to play at a high level.
Could the match in Zagreb be a point after success with Barcelona?
After a victory over a team like Barcelona, the level of concentration may be less than good when the opponent arrives motivated. Because this is a match for more difficult things than others. This is what makes players focus on good mentality.
What will you bring to the group within a certain period of time?
I say: “Oh, I won against Barcelona after hitting 10.” I was congratulated on achieving a victory over Barcelona in order to survive for this match (sourire).
1. Arsene Wenger has scored 350 appearances, including more than Lucien Leduc.
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