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THE YOUTH FEELS PREPARED TO START THE SEASON

Óliver: "We had a great preseason"

Óliver Torres passed through the mixed zone after the 2-0 win against Las Palmas. Confident of great team work, he expects to continue growing and taking more responsibility within the field to help the team to achieve their targets.

Óliver Torres is a happy player after showing he’s already up to the speed of the first team, the midfielder said he was convinced that the team is ready to start this new season. "Being in the first team makes me very happy. We had a good preseason and are ready for the League debut against Sevilla.” He also had words of praise for the new striker David Villa, after his triumphant debut. "We brought David and he’s proved that he comes loaded with goals. Hopefully he continues to score. We spent several days training together and we get along very well on the field," he said.

Asked about the level of their opponents today, Las Palmas, he said that they have proven to be a great team in recent seasons and wishes them luck for this year. "Last year I followed the second division and saw them fight for the promotion. Las Palmas is a strong team with great players. Hopefully this year they can get lucky and have a good season."

Óliver spoke of the role he plays within the team and confirmed that this year he looks to improve to help the team. "I feel great, like a part of the team. Last year I was learning and this year I feel more prepared. I want to have more responsibilities to help my teammates."

Óliver Torres was confident of fighting for a place in the starting line up of Diego Pablo Simeone team. The youngster is not afraid of hard work. "This year I hope to continue to work just as well so that the coach sees fit give me chances that I hope to earn in the team." he concluded.