Anthony Martial landed on loan at Sevilla this winter. But his fate could have been quite different. Explanations.
The door opened. Holder only twice in the Premier League since the start of the season, Anthony Martial (26) was able, unlike Jesse Lingard (29), to leave Manchester United this winter. The tricolor international striker (30 caps, 2 achievements) flew to Sevilla FC, on loan, without an option to buy, agreeing to draw a line under part of his salary.
And yet, in the columns of Diario of Sevillathe former Monegasque, very motivated to play in La Liga and fight for the Europa League, explained that two other clubs, and not the least, were indeed interested in his services in January. “Other big clubs tried to convince me but I preferred to come to Sevilla because I knew it was a very good, family club. For me, it was the right decision.”he confided before continuing.
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“Juventus? Yes, it’s true. Juventus tried to recruit me. I spoke with my agent and told him that I preferred to go to Sevilla. It was the best option for my family and me. FC Barcelona? Yes. Barça spoke with my representative. But as I told you, I told my agent: “my priority is Sevilla”. And when I say something to someone, I don’t change my mind, I honor my word.”he let go, not completely closing the door so that this Sevillian parenthesis lasts a little longer. “I am under contract with MU until 2024, but in football, you never know”.
And if he opted for the Andalusian challenge rather than Juve or Barça, it was with a very clear objective in mind. “The World Cup is one of my goals. I want to be there because last time I wasn’t there and France won. I will do everything to be there this time. I’m sure I can convince Didier Deschamps. Sevilla are a good club and I know that if I play well I will go to the national team. It just depends on me”, he sent. There is no more !
