We've put together statements from Amine Adli.
Bundesliga debut at Augsburg
"I was very happy to get those few minutes on the pitch in the Bundesliga. There was a great pass from Florian Wirtz just at the end of the game; it's a pity the ball didn’t go in. I hope I soon get another chance to score my first goal."
Reasons for the move to Leverkusen
"The discussions with the coach (Gerardo Seoane, ed.) played a big part. He told me about the aims the team were following and the role he wants to give to young players. There were many positive aspects. In the end I was convinced that Bayer 04 is exactly the right club for me."
Rumours of interest from Bayern Munich
"Making the decision went down to the last moment. I set myself the task of listening to the intentions of different coaches. In the end, I found the Bayer 04 project the most interesting."
Interim appraisal after one week
"I can say my expectations have been met. First impressions have been very good. The quality in training is very high. When I adapt to it I will be able to make advances with my development. I'm very motivated by that."
Integration
"It was a surprise to me how well I was received here. Of course, Jona (Tah; ed.) was a great help. He speaks perfect French. But as I can understand English I was able to communicate with other teammates like Jeremie, Nadiem and Kerem (Frimpong, Amiri and Demirbay ed.).
Full international debut for Moussa Diaby
"Of course, I have followed the success of Moussa and the resulting opportunities. But that was not decisive for my move to Leverkusen. But I'm happy for him and very glad that he's here. Having a fellow countrymen in the same team makes the start much easier."
Successor to Leon Bailey
"That's how professional football works. Transfers are part and parcel of it. I don't see myself as his replacement but instead I want to fill my role here in my way as Amine Adli."
Style of play
"I'm a very quick player. And I love transition play when I have plenty of room. But I also feel at home in confined spaces. There I can use my strength in dribbling, my mobility. Those are the strengths I want to contribute."
Shirt number 31
"I actually wanted the number 21. But that was already taken. Then I opted for the 31, which has a special significance for me. Toulouse is in the 31st département in France. A happy coincidence as I have a lot to thank FC Toulouse for."
They had their hands full in the VAR centre in Cologne: eight goals were scored at the MEWA Arena on Saturday afternoon, but only four of them were allowed in the end as the Werkself and 1. FSV Mainz 05 closed the season with a 2-2 draw. It means Bayer 04 end the 2024/25 campaign as runners-up with 69 points, representing the fourth-best season in the club's history. What's more, the Werkself are now unbeaten away from home in two whole Bundesliga seasons, with their last away defeat coming exactly two years ago on Matchday 34 of the 2022/23 season at VfL Bochum. The Black-and-Reds can continue the record run next season - albeit without Alonso and Tah. Read what else the eventful final game for the head coach and the defensive leader had to offer in the Werkself Review.
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