Arouna Sangante spoke in his first official interview since singing for the club. The Senegalese defender said he is very happy about this new adventure he is embarking on and described himself as "a very powerful, aggressive and defensive" footballer. Sangante began by explaining that "I decided to sign for Sevilla because of the history of this club, its honours and the players who have come through it, it captivated me. That's why I made this decision."

"I'd say I'm a very powerful, aggressive and defensive player. But I also have that technical side that I'd like to develop. That's why I decided to come here, to Spain, and specifically to Sevilla. It's to develop a new quality that I'd like to improve and add to my repertoire," he added.

Th centre-back explained that "I was always captain from a young age, so that made things easier for me over the following three years in Ligue 1. It was something that gradually became established: I matured, learned how to manage the dressing room, talk to my teammates and find the right words to carry out those responsibilities. So, I think the environment around me has also helped me a lot, making me the person and player I am today, with a great deal of maturity."

"I want to know what the coach wants so I can adapt quickly, it's very important"

"As the years went by, I started to discover who I was and moved into playing as a number six and then as a centre-back. Nowadays I really like this position because it's as if I have the whole game in front of me: I protect those ahead of me and I'm the last line of defence for my goalkeeper. It's something I like, defending, because, quite simply, it's in me. I'm a defender at heart. So yes, I enjoy defending," he commented about his position on the pitch.

The Senegalese defender referred to the importance of adapting from day one: "Yes, I know because I've watched some of the recent matches, especially. Now we're about to start the season and I hope to have more information so I can adapt quickly as well. And also to know what the coach wants. That will help me and it will also help the team. It's very important."

"It's a club with a great history, honours and very important, renowned players"

On the supporters: "I've been told a lot about the support of the fans, especially because I was told that the passion here is very strong, that everyone here loves football and that, honestly, if you give everything, you'll probably do well. But, on the other hand, you always have to work hard, you mustn't forget that, and you have to give everything at all times. Because, honestly, when you give everything, everyone is behind you, you know? And that will make things much easier for you in your career and, above all, during your time here. Those are very meaningful words."

"I know they have seven Europa League titles, which is a great record. I also know it's a club with a great history and that many renowned players have come through here, especially Jesús Navas, Sergio Ramos, Ivan Rakitić and Daniel Alves. They are people who left their mark on this club and whom we will never forget. So it's a very interesting project. What's more, drawn by the excitement it generates, I've followed it closely. Honestly, it's the atmosphere you feel, especially when the derby is played. It's something really beautiful to experience, especially when you're playing in it. So, it's something that attracted me, something I liked. And honestly, I don't regret my decision. It's something I'm really looking forward to discovering as soon as possible," he finished by saying.

SANGANTE: "I’M VERY POWERFUL, AGGRESSIVE AND DEFENSIVE” | Sevilla FC