Far from disrupting the existing stability within the team, the new number 24 of the team “perfectly embodies the spirit” of the club according to Maurice Cohen. In the same vein as his president, Roger Ricort, the Sporting Director, states he is “proud to have him with us” and explains that the recruitment unit did not “hesitate for 10 seconds” before giving the green light for the transfer. His adaptation to the squad should not take too long. His contacts in the group are named “Lilian Laslandes and Cyril Rool”, which suggests good things to come on the field.
To return to France, Gérald Cid agreed to make financial sacrifices. “The salary level in England is not comparable to France, but there’s more to life than money. My salary in Nice is lower, but it’s not important, I make a good living.” As for the French league, he finds it “very good.” In the Premier League “apart from the 3 or 4 top teams, the rest are just part of the English league.” In other words, long live kick and rush, and goodbye to spectacle and technical quality.
From reading this presentation, one can say that optimism is in order between the two parties. The player himself is “happy to return to France after 6 months in a particular context at Bolton.” Here, he is convinced that he can “express himself to his true value at the center.” Physically sharp, he says he is “ready” for Sunday when Nancy will be visiting. His last match was 15 days ago in the Cup.
His goals are simple and clear; he wants to “give the best of himself, blend into the team.” Even the demanding reputation of the coach does not scare him; on the contrary, he is “eager to work with him.”
So welcome Gérald Cid and Mr. Antonetti, it’s your move…
