The Bayern Munich centre-back has insisted that he will fight for his place in the starting line-up amid tough competition.
Bayern Munich had problems in the heart of defence last season when http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Daniel-Van-Buyten-c10095 suffered a long-term injury and was ruled out for the remainder of the campaign. Jerome Boateng found it hard to cope with the pressure at the
highest level and was at fault on a consistent basis.
The Bavarian giants surely wanted a world-class defender in this summer’s transfer window to make sure they remain competitive with the likes of Borussia Dortmund and other European heavyweights. The club signed http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Dante-c10236, who has
a highly impressive season with Borussia Monchengladbach.
The defender played a vital role in helping his former side to a fourth place finish at the end of the season and now expects to continue with his stunning form at Allianz Arena. Dante admits that there is a tough competition for
places at his new club with the likes of Holger Badstuber, Van Buyten and Jerome Boateng involved, but is willing to fight for his place.
The Brazilian stressed on the importance of playing for the team and admitted that he shares a very good relationship with all his counterparts. He added that it is for the coach to decide which player will start in the heart of
defence.
“The competition here is great. Jerome [Boateng], http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Daniel-c9879 [Van Buyten] and Holger [Badstuber] are great defenders. We will always be fighting for places amongst ourselves, but what is important is that we play for the team. Our
relationship is fine, and it is important we understand each other,” he was quoted as saying in an interview.
On the other hand, the 28-year-old expressed his delight on the switch to Bayern Munich and claimed that he is enjoying the life in the city. The player is eager to understand the city’s culture and is looking forward to the start
of the new season.
“Everything I've seen in Munich is wonderful. I do not yet comprehend the Bavarian culture, but I want to live and understand it,” he concluded.
Dante made 91 league appearances for Gladbach and scored eight goals in return.
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