Reiss Nelson introduced himself to Feyenoord supporters. The Arsenal mercenary was officially presented on Tuesday as the newest addition and then stood Feyenoord TV to speak. Nelson introduced himself as a left winger cum attacking midfielder, who can not only provide goals and assists, but can also be important on the pitch as a ‘connecting player’.
“It feels fantastic,” 21-year-old Nelson said of his transfer. “I am impressed by how big and beautiful the stadium is. I can’t wait to play.” The lease deal was finalized just before the transfer deadline. “A lot has happened to me during the transfer window. The talks with Feyenoord went well. Feyenoord sees me as a good player and wants to help me with my development. This is the place where I want to be now and I am happy that there is an agreement is.”
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Nelson was also asked about his social media posts in the interview. The Englishman is known for adding the emoji of a butterfly to almost every message on Instagram. “That’s something I’ve always done, ever since I was a kid. Everyone constantly asks me why I’m doing it, but I can’t really explain it,” said the youngster. “I just always do it. A lot of supporters also tag me when they see a butterfly somewhere else. It’s something I’ve always done and will continue to do.”
Nelson has so far gotten a good impression of his new teammates. “I have already seen many good players who I think I can play well with. It is a young, attacking team with a good trainer. That suits me well,” said the attacker, who hopes to be available immediately after the international match. are for Feyenoord. He only played twenty minutes this season in the season overture against Brentford (2-0 loss). “I feel good, but of course that is something I have to talk about with the coach and the medical staff. I feel good, strong and ready to play.”
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