Sergi Cardona has been officially presented as a new player of Yellow Submarine

Villarreal CF’s latest signing, Sergi Cardona, has been officially presented as a player of the Yellow Submarine in the press room of the Estadio de la Cerámica, accompanied by the club’s director of football, Miguel Ángel Tena, who welcomed him to the club and explained the reason for his arrival: “Sergi Cardona is a player that we had been following since his time in the second division. We were convinced that Sergi would give us a leap in quality in the left-back position. He is a player who adapts to our model of play, to the identity of the club, with very good use of the ball and the ability to replicate attacking and defensive efforts.”

Here is what the Catalan left-back had to say.

An ideal step in his career

“I want to thank the club and the staff for the confidence they have shown in me from the beginning. It is a great opportunity for me to be here. It is an ideal step for me and for my career. I feel ready and grateful for the opportunity.”

Chosing Villarreal CF

“I had plenty of options, but I thought it was a key moment in my career to take the next step. When I heard about Villarreal’s interest, that was crucial for me. It is an ideal place for me because of the ambition of the club and the project. I don’t think I could have chosen a better place.”

Adapting to Marcelino’s demands

“The boss is demanding but I think that’s perfect for me. It will bring out my best and I can grow as a footballer. I can give this run on the outside that the coach is asking for. I’m trying to assimilate the concepts he’s asking for quickly and I feel ready.”

Aims for the season

“I’m looking forward to the start of the competition, also against one of the most demanding opponents and the players want to play those games. From the moment you arrive at the club, you can feel the desire of the team and the club to be there again, to fight to be in the top positions. I think we have the squad and the club and we have the capacity.”

“Individually, my goal every year is to be a better player at the end of the season than when I started it. To improve week by week and day by day. That allows me to have minutes, to have that continuity and to help the team.”

A friendship with Ramon Terrats

“I’ve had a very close friendship with Ramon for a few years now. I asked him a lot of questions before coming here and everything was good words. Having someone like that when you come to a new team always helps a lot. The team has given me a fantastic welcome. I’ve been very happy and comfortable since the first day and you can see that when I’m training and playing.”