Royal Society midfielder Bryce Mendes talked about the tempting offer from Saudi Arabia in the summer, and now he is satisfied with staying at Real Sociedad and ready to face the challenge.
Bryce Mendes admitted to receiving a very generous offer from the Saudi club. "There are many rumors about the summer, but the internal one is not that complicated. There are indeed quotes from Saudi Arabia, but they were not realized in the end. I am very happy here now. Economically, this is almost an irresistible offer, and such opportunities may only be once in a lifetime."
"We are lucky people and should not complain about anything, but when you see those numbers, it is hard to say no, for ourselves and our family, for the future. But now it has passed, there is no specific implementation, and it is just that. I have talked to the club and we all know the situation. In the end, it is not successful, that's all. It's just a simple call, a quote, not realized, that's it."
In addition, he also confirmed that there are other suitors. "There are other interests, but I've said many times that I'm very happy here. If one day I have to leave and it's a great opportunity for the club and me, it will happen naturally. It might be the expiration of the contract or something, but I never thought about going anywhere casually. That has to be a plan that I'm really interested and passionate about, and the club thinks it is. But this time it's not."
Mendes is displeased with the fact that his situation is being discussed too much. "There are a lot of talks about me, but it's not necessary. I have had very good conversations with the club, more about external noise than internal problems. Due to the high expectations, I feel that I need to go further and show my best self, which is also the motivation to motivate me."
Mendes is still a member of Real Sociedad and is happy about it. Despite his nose injury, he was still ready to compete. "I feel good, just got my nose hurt before the game. It's a common thing, I'm ready. I can play games, just wear a mask."
This season, Mendes will play an important role in the team. "Indeed, as experienced players, we have to take on this role and move forward. It used to be someone else doing this, and now it's our turn. We need to support young players. This is my most motivated season because there's a lot of discussion about me this summer. It's time to show what we can, not only individually but the entire team."
source:7m vn1