Patrice Evra explains why he “did not hesitate” to join Olympique Marseille from Juventus. “Uncle Pat won’t hold back!”
The 35-year-old signed an 18-month contract last night after undergoing a medical and held his Press conference this evening.
“There are always surprises in life and this return to France was not in my plans. I only had 24 hours to consider it before giving the all-clear.
“I love clubs with history and Marseille are the only French side to win the Champions League,” smiled Evra.
Patrice Evra explains why he “did not hesitate” to join Olympique Marseille from Juventus. “Uncle Pat won’t hold back!”
The 35-year-old signed an 18-month contract last night after undergoing a medical and held his Press conference this evening.
“There are always surprises in life and this return to France was not in my plans. I only had 24 hours to consider it before giving the all-clear.
“I love clubs with history and Marseille are the only French side to win the Champions League,” smiled Evra.
“It was everything, really. I saw the fans and atmosphere in the stadium that were extraordinary, as I realised it during Euro 2016. If we had played the Final here, I think France might’ve won! I wanted to really savour this atmosphere, as it forces you to give your best.
“I feel like a youngster still. (France manager) Didier Deschamps told me: ‘This is the club for you.’
“Many clubs were interested, but as soon as I heard that Marseille were making an offer, I did not hesitate. Marseille is Marseille. Marseille is Marseille, so… no hesitation.
“The club and locker room already has leaders, so I am not here to take anyone’s place. It is an honour to participate in this new project. This club deserves to be in the Champions League and we’ll move towards that.
“On the other hand, I am here to annoy the young players, and if they don’t do their job, Uncle Pat won’t hold back!
“People criticise my age? I’ll respond on the pitch.”
Evra said he is ready to make his debut on Friday against Montpellier.