Of the 7,292 total votes registered during last month, the Brazilian centre-back accumulated 895. The fans chose the defender as the most voted on Twitter after matches with the hashtag #ATM5StarsPlayer
The Mexican international noted at the press conference that he is fighting for a spot in the starting eleven, but it's not a simple task due to the immense quality of his teammates.
The presentation took place at Atlético’s Sports City with the presence of representatives of the parties and the Mexican Raúl Jiménez. The agreement is signed for two seasons.
Diego Pablo Simeone appeared before the media in Mestalla‘s Press Room. He said that after the bad start, the team played a good match and he was happy with the work of the team.
Atletico Madrid could not overcome the first quarter of an hour in which the Valencia scored three goals and suffered the first League defeat this season.
The first red and white team exercised on Field 1 of Majadahonda's Sports City to finalise the details for the game against Valencia C.F. next Saturday, October 4th at 16:00, corresponding to the seventh round of the League.
The argentinian commented to the media that Valencia, this Saturday at 16:00 in Mestalla, will force us to make a great effort in order to gain the victory.
The player from Crevillente was chosen along with Rui Patricio, David Luiz, Marquinhos. Suchy, Heung-Min, Kagawa, Kanitski, Totti, Jackson Martínez, and Welbeck.