Diego Costa has been introduced with his new club, Atlético Mineiro from the Brazilian league. The former Atlético de Madrid striker had been without a team since January, when he disassociated himself from the mattress discipline. Costa signs with the institution of Belo Horizonte until December 2022, so at 32 years old it will be the first experience in his native country, having developed his entire career between Portugal, Spain and England. In his presentation he asked for respect for his style of play, sometimes criticized for going to the limit of the regulation. It has also pulled humor, eliciting the laughter of those present.
The footballer referred to a phrase that has caught his attention. “They already told me I'm screwed in the field. If my mom is on the court, I have to give her too. Of course, the effort will not be lacking. May everyone respect me, my teammates too, “he warned. In front of the crowd of journalists who gathered for the event on the grounds of the new stadium, Diego Costa answered questions and hHe spoke of the attitude he wants to demonstrate in his new home. “I will try to do my best, commitment. That the goals are not lacking either, because I and we are all waiting for it,” he began.
Of course, it is clear that from the doors to the inside it is quiet and perhaps things change when he jumps to the grass. “I never had a problem with teammates. In the locker room, it was always the most fun. People always approached me. My personality on the field is a winner. Any match. Playing cards, dominoes, I want to win. It always motivates me. I'm not going to change my personality. I'm not going to hit the brakes. I have never had problems with the coaches, only with Antonio Conte, it was something personal with him“, he acknowledged.
The Brazilian club is immersed in a very exciting season, since it is currently the leader of Brazilian Championship Serie A. In addition, has achieved the pass to the semifinals of the Copa Libertadores, having prevailed today against River Plate 3-0 and previously assaulted the Monumental (0-1). Diego Costa will partner with Hulk, another Brazilian striker hardened in a thousand battles.