Dani Parejo to Realmadrid.com
Dani Parejo is a true Madridista. Bred in the youth system, the midfielder was loaned out to Queens Park Rangers at the start of the campaign, only to be brought back to join the first team in the winter. Parejo firmly believes the team can win the league title.
What do you think of your first few months on the first team?
I feel fit and I’m anxious to help the team out any way I can. I want to learn in order to improve as a player.
How was your experience in England like?
It was very nice. It helped me mature both as a player and as a person. It was hard for me to leave Real Madrid for the first time, but I think I made the right decision.
Was your adaptation to English football difficult?
My parents moved with me and that helped. I was treated very well at the club from the very first day.
Are both leagues very different?
They play a different game there. It’s very aggressive and long passes and aerial game rule throughout. That experience will help me adapt easily to any other style of football.
Your dream came true when you were brought back to join the first team in the winter…
I think it’s the dream of every kid who likes football. I hope to stay for many years. I’ve reached the sky.
How real are your chances to win the league title?
We firmly believe we can win. Anything’s possible if this streak continues. It happened two years ago and it could very well happen again. I hope it does.
How did you feel when you made your debut against Sporting?
It was my dream. I worked hard to make it and I feel something special when I stepped onto the pitch at El Molinon. I will never forget that game.
Do you follow Real Madrid Castilla?
Very often. I go to the Alfredo di Stefano Stadium whenever I can to see the progress my old team-mates are making.
Do you believe they can get promoted to the Second Division?
I really do. They are having a splendid season.
Which have been the best and worst moments in your career?
The best was winning the Under-19 Euro. Injuries have always been the worst moments. I once had a three month-long injury on one of my arms.
You once said you would have also liked to be a journalist…
I love football, so I would have also liked to be a sport journalist. It would have been a great alternative career and I haven’t completely forgotten about it.
What do you dream of?
I dream of winning La Liga and helping my team-mates as much as I can.
Just another Madridista
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