Fenerbahçe play-maker Diego willing to adapt despite desire to be a “true number ten”

Fenerbahçe play-maker Diego has outlined that he is willing to sacrifice his desire to be “true number ten.” The 29 year-old, who was signed on a free transfer in the summer, believes he is best used as a trequartista, but despite his preference to fill that role, he insists he can adapt to help the […]
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2014-11-23 01:09:00

Fenerbahçe play-maker Diego has outlined that he is willing to sacrifice his desire to be “true number ten.”

The 29 year-old, who was signed on a free transfer in the summer, believes he is best used as a trequartista, but despite his preference to fill that role, he insists he can adapt to help the team.

I am not a forward, I am a true number 10,” he said, as reported by Turkish-Football.

“When you play as a number ten you get marked a lot and they try to close down your space. You can try to drop back and go wide to get more space as a result. 

“For that reason it may seem that I am a midfielder. 

“We look for space to create but I am ready to do what is necessary for my team. 

“I can help with organising the team and my experience can benefit the other players. 

“I am versatile, if the manager wants me to be the brain I am ready, if he wants a maestro I am ready, if he wants a hardworking leader I am ready.”

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