In January, the Olympique de Marseille had succeeded in a genuine media hit by attaching the services of Patrice Evra. Sportingly, the left-back has not really had the opportunity to glow due to numerous injuries since his arrival at the club.
Back in the last two weeks, Patrice Evra should be aligned by head coach Rudi Garcia against AS Saint-Etienne on Sunday in the French Ligue 1 game. And before this important match, the Frenchman appeared before the press conference, respond to his detractors.
As usual, the 35-year-old showed himself at his ease in front of the media on last Friday and quickly responded the questions about the problem on his level.
“I’m out of this world. As you know, I am not aware of possible polemics. I always say a man without an enemy is worthless person. I know what to do, I know how I work, there I am ready. This passion, this pressure, is what I like,” Evra told media.
“Several times in my career, some people had prepared guillotines, especially before qualifying for the 2014 World Cup. I am used to that, I live with that. My life is made of challenges, I have never been given anything.” he added.
Evra said he was physically ready to play at his best under the colors of Marseille. For more than 3 months, the left-back also praised the project led by Frank McCourt this season.
“Frankly, I was surprised. I was told many bad things but I was superbly received. It was even better than my career in Juve. People who criticize Marseille Champions project are certainly a bit jealous of not participating. The club has made a big step forward,” he said.
Patrice Evra is trying to seize the ball from PSG player. (Source:www.gettyimages.com)
On the other hand, Juventus striker, Mario Mandzukic, claims that Evra is a good defender and Marseille should not let him go. “I’m still a football player,” Mandzukic said. “I like to guide a team toward its objectives, I will do everything for Marseille on the ground if I were him. If Evra is here, there’s something to be done. He is a good defender and luxury player, the club will not say no.” he added.
