The excitement was palpable at the press conference of Alejandro Rego, the young prospect who has established himself in the first team of Athletic Club. After his debut and his first appearances wear...
The excitement was palpable at the press conference of Alejandro Rego, the young prospect who has established himself in the first team of Athletic Club. After his debut and his first appearances wearing the red-and-white shirt, the midfielder expressed his amazement at the rapid turn his career has taken. His words reflect the humility of a youth academy player who has earned his place among the Lions. Rego’s goal was “to learn,” and he did not expect to reach such heights in such a short time.
An Unexpected Path for the Lion
Rego’s initial expectations were modest: to play as much as possible and continue developing. However, reality has far exceeded any prediction. “Not even in my wildest dreams would I have thought this. I came here to learn, and of course I try to play as much as I can, but the debut, the Champions League, or the goal against Mallorca at San Mamés were unimaginable for me,” the player confessed. His debut with Athletic Bilbao has been one of the most pleasant surprises of the season.
The highlight so far was his goal at San Mamés, a milestone the young footballer experienced with special intensity, remembering his loved ones. These kinds of moments confirm the family-oriented and close-knit character that so strongly defines the Lions and their academy. The connection between the footballer, the club, and its fans is evident in every statement.
The emotional impact of the goal was twofold, as his father was at the goal where he scored. “My aita was at the goal where I scored and I remembered and looked over there. Then I thought of my brother, family, friends… It was a special moment for me and for them, who surely experienced it even better than I did,” Rego recounted with a smile. The happiness is not just his, but belongs to his entire close circle.
With his feelings, Alejandro Rego has made it clear that he feels fully integrated into Athletic Club and is ready to keep working. The young midfielder is shaping up to be a key piece for the future of the San Mamés side. Athletic Bilbao’s fans have every reason to be excited about this new generation of Lions.
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