A season as a protagonist. Great performance in Espanyol's victory against Real Madrid by stars Mbappe and Vinicius. Marash Kumbulla has returned to his best form in La Liga, after a serious knee injury. The lessons learned from Jose Mourinho seem to have served the 24-year-old.
"Every injury changes you a little, even more so when it comes to a serious injury. It was something that pushed me to improve. At first it was difficult, psychologically it was very complicated. Everyone has to work on the psychological aspect, especially us, to cope with all the external pressure we have. I came to Espanyol precisely to find the best form and become an important player. To feel like a footballer again. I worked with a coach like Mourinho, who speaks directly, face to face and is not afraid to tell you what he thinks. If you listen to him, you mature and improve", said Kumbulla, writes A2.
Although he was born in Italy, Kumbulla had no doubts about representing the red and black colors on the international stage: "I was born in Italy, in Verona. My father had to leave Albania 25 or 30 years ago for a better life. My family is Albanian, that's why I play for the national team and it's always a pleasure. Before I came on loan to Espanyol, I spoke with Keidi Bare and the assistant coach of the national team, Zabaleta. Pablo's children are ardent fans of Espanyol and one of them thinks that the center-back he likes the most in the team is me."
At the end of the season, the defender's loan to Espanyol ends, while his card is taken over by Roma. However, it remains to be seen whether the Italians will return him to Serie A, or whether the Spaniards will insist on keeping him in the team. (A2 Televizion)
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