The Nigerian international is gunning to start 2012/13 season in La Granotes colours following his summer transfer window move from Rubin Kazan.
Former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Obafemi-Martins-c28273, revealed that he is gunning to make his debut for Levante. The Nigerian attacker joined La Granotes dressing room in a free transfer, cutting short his Russian Premier League horrors with Rubin Kazan.
Playing time in Levante ranks will effectively put Martins as one of the most travelled footballers in the history of the game. After starting at F.C. Ebedei, the 27-year-old has already played in 4 different European domestic leagues.
Reflecting on the situation, Martins revealed that he has high hopes for his time at Ciutat de http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Valencia-c40863, sharing that he decided to join Juan Ignacio Martinez’s over achievers for more game time.
He added that money was not a reason that forced his hand for the transfer, stating that he would have stayed on with Rubin until the end of his contract had economic terms dictated his move.
“I hope to do well myself. I came here because I wanted to play. I do not think about the money. Otherwise, I would have stayed at Rubin. I’m happy to be here,” he said while talking to press reporters at his official presentation as a Levante player.
Obafemi revealed that he had a minor altercation with the Russian Premier League outfit which resulted in his late arrival at the Valencian club. Continuing on the topic, he added now that he has arrived, his services are at the disposal of the coach.
Martins added that he is gunning to help the team with his performances, sharing that goals will follow him once he gets minute under his belt. He played down questions about goal targets he has set for himself, commenting that irrespective of the number
it is important that he scores first.
“I had a problem with Rubin, which is why it was a few days before I arrived here. Now it is up to the Coach when I play. I want to help the team.”
“Whether I score one or two, the important thing is to do well and score goals. I will always do my somersault celebration, but the important thing is to score first, and then do the flip.”
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