THE Juancho Hernangomet it was one of his -many- transfers this year Panathinaikou, which undoubtedly caused a sensation, but also excitement in the ranks of the “clover” fans. We remind you, after all, that when he set foot in Greece, to sign for the “greens, it became disaster at the airport!
From NBAthe 27-year-old Spanish forward arrived with new goals in our country and he does not hide his impatience to start the season with the green jersey!
THE Juancho Hernangometas part of Panathinaikos’ Media Day, spoke at sport-fm.gr and the Marianna Karadima about his aspirations for the coming years, his reception from the world, Olympiakos, while he also revealed how long it took him to say “yes”!
What he said in detail:
For his goals: “We are aiming high this year. Of course we will try with the team to win everything. We are focused and will proceed step by step. The season starts this weekend. It will be a big challenge for us, but we are ready for it».
For his welcome: “It was amazing! From the first moment I came here, from the moment I even arrived at the airport, the atmosphere was amazing! I feel the love of people even on the street. I understand the great enthusiasm the fans have for this team and they can’t wait to start playing in this stadium. I believe, in the match against Olympiakos, it will be exciting».
As for whether she said “yes” easily: “It took me a while to think about it. But once the door to the NBA closed, it was an easy decision. They really wanted me here, they wanted me to be part of the team. So it was an easy decision for me. We talked in one day about the goals the team has and I decided immediately».
On whether he would like to play with his brother in the same team: “Of course! It is a dream that we both have and at some point we would like it to come true. We want to fight for the same team, for the same goals, but that didn’t happen. I wish he was here too, coming to Panathinaikos. We’re in good teams though. I am very happy for him and for the decision he made and we will see in the future what happens».
Source: Sport Fm
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