Memphis Depay interrupts Dani Alves interview: ‘Why man?’


Monday, February 28, 2022 at 08:38• Mart van Mourik

Memphis Depay has graced his return to Barcelona with a goal. For the first time since January 12, the striker was in the match selection of the Catalans, who were 4-0 too strong in the LaLiga game against Athletic Club. Depay came in the lines for Adama Traoré in the 82nd minute and put the final score on the scoreboard more than ten minutes later on the advice of Ousmane Dembélé. in front of the camera Barcelona TV he did not hide the revelry.

After a dribble down the right flank, Dembélé delivered a flawless pass to Depay. The latter outplayed both Dani Vivian Iñigo Lekue and tapped in the 4-0 from close range. “I didn’t expect to be out for so long, but I fought and worked hard to get back. I’m glad I’m back. I enjoy our game. We combine a lot and show our attacking power”, Depay concludes when asked afterwards.

“We started the season very well, but we had a lot of injuries and the coach had to make do with a lot of young players. We went through a very difficult period, but the club has brought in very good players. It is not only the purchases, but also the work of the team and the changes that have been made have a positive impact. We now have more attackers and you can immediately see what is happening. We scored three times in ten minutes. Xavi has changed our training methods. The defenders of the opponent now suffer when they meet us”, concludes Depay, who a little later in euphoria interrupts the interview of the also returned Dani Alves.

The right-back was suspended against Espanyol and Valencia and was not registered for the Europa League. “I wanted to play again and get back to my colleagues. I was eager to return. Our goal was to win and that’s what we did,” said Alves, who was suddenly interrupted by Depay. “Why so serious man?” the Dutchman gushed.