Spanish striker Joseru, who currently plays for Galafar, Qatar, was interviewed by Le Marca. During this period, he talked about his recent situation in playing football in Qatar and his past time playing for Real Madrid.
Do you want to be the top scorer in the Qatar League?
"It's always good to win and score goals at the beginning. Otherwise, like last year, it's a bit difficult at the beginning. As a forward, scoring is always key. So, I'm very happy with the start of the season."
have adapted to afternoon training?
"We trained at 7 pm and there was no air conditioning. For me, the worst time was at night, with humidity reaching 80%. I would rather be in the high temperature of 44 degrees but only 30-40%. Sweat will soak the training suit... It was a pretty tough time for me."
Players such as Saravia and De Thomas also came to Qatar, and there were six Spanish coaches
"I played a few times with Saravia and we met when we were in Castia. In fact, some people contacted me before coming here and asked me to introduce them to the situation. I was a bit like a "bait". This league is gradually improving professionalism and visibility."
How to adapt to new changes when transferring from Real Madrid to Qatar in 2024?
"It was really difficult at the beginning. You just won the Champions League with the best club in the world and won the European Cup for Spain... No matter which club, it has been a huge change from Real Madrid in the past. I have experienced all levels of football throughout my career and finally felt that special meaning at Real Madrid. The decision to get out of there was very difficult, but you also have to consider family and age. In the first few months, I tried to forget the past, but now I have adapted to life here."
If Alonso invites you back Real Madrid
"Wow, it's a little bit embarrassing. In principle, I don't plan to go back to Spain, nor do I plan to be a coach. When I retire, I'll have enough career experience. I enjoyed it all very much and ended my European career in the best way. This summer, I received invitations from other clubs in Spain and Europe that participated in the Champions League, but I refused. My family and I were doing well in Qatar. Leaving Real Madrid was the toughest moment of my career because I gave up my childhood dream. "How is Carvajal in form?
"He looks full of fighting spirit, like a young man who has just advanced to the first team. After a long rest, he can't wait to help the club win more honors and become the player with the most championships in Real Madrid's history. You all know that Danny is a fighter. He has suffered serious injuries, but he is still strong. He is one of the best right-backs in Real Madrid's history."
Arnold's addition is good or bad for Carvajal?
"We saw Real Madrid signing Danilo or other players for 40 million euros to replace Carvajal's position... But Danny has a very strong competitive gene. In the end, two players are needed in each position because there are too many games. So they don't have to worry about each other, and there will be their own chances. It is impossible for a player to play 60-70 games continuously."
Lucas Vazquez's farewell
"Lucas is my good friend, we spoke on the phone a few days ago. He is a very important player, I think he is a legend of the club, a special player. He helped me a lot when I first came, but Real Madrid is like that, it's always complicated when you have to leave. I'm sad to see his farewell ceremony at the Bernabeu. Anyway, I hope everything goes well with him."
Is Mbappe the best player?
"He is the Golden Boot winner, but at Real Madrid, you also have to look at the number of championships won, right? He is a natural shooter with extraordinary abilities, but the Golden Balls are usually related to the number of championships that year, and fans, clubs and football have asked you to do so. This year, as the adaptation is completed, I hope he will bring more championships."
Amazed by Gonzalo's performance in the Club World Cup?
"I said that he was a young man who had trained in us, with excellent conditions and scored a lot of goals in the reserve team. I talked to him and he always asked me a lot of questions. He would give everything for the club."
What are your wishes in the future? Do you hope to say goodbye to the audience at the Bernabeu Stadium?
"When I decided to retire a few years later, it would be incredible to be able to have a small farewell ceremony at the Bernabeu Stadium. It would be a special moment for me because that club is my life. Experience this moment in the official game, do some preparation activities...it would be a very good thing."