Domenico Tedesco explains why he chose Fenerbahce! Jose Mourinho and Leroy Sane comments...
Fenerbahçe Technical Director Domenico Tedesco said that he spent the first five weeks at the Samandıra Can Bartu Facilities. Emphasizing that fan pressure is normal, the German-born Italian coach also answered the questions of Leroy Sane and Jose Mourinho. Here are the details...
Fenerbahçe Technical Director Domenico Tedesco spoke to the German press SPORT BILD. The 40-year-old coach said that the passion of the fans at Fenerbahce is incredible and the pressure is natural. Tedesco also commented on Galatasaray's German star Leroy Sane and former Fenerbahçe coach Jose Mourinho.
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'I spent the first five weeks in Samandıra'
Talking about his life in Istanbul, Tedesco said, "When I came to Fenerbahçe, I had to get to know the club. That's why I spent the first five weeks completely in the facilities. From 7 a.m. to midnight, I was always involved. Traffic in Istanbul is very difficult. I stayed in a small house next to the club so I could get to the training ground on time.
'The passion of the fans is incredible, I love the pressure'
Speaking about the Fenerbahce fans, the Italian coach said: "The size of Fenerbahce immediately draws you in. The passion of the fans is incredible. Being a manager at this club is a big responsibility. Everyone wants success. I like the pressure, for me it's energizing. On the question "Why did you choose Fenerbahçe?" Tedesco said: "Fenerbahçe fans feel everything. This intense feeling is good for me. There was interest from big clubs but Fenerbahce's project impressed me.
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'I want to win trophies but I'm not obsessed'
Stating that Fenerbahçe fans are expecting a championship, Tedesco said: "Yes, people are on the street saying 'we want to be champions now'. This pressure is natural. Expectations are always at the highest level in such clubs. I want to win trophies but I am not obsessed. "I experienced the Pokal victory in Leipzig, it was a special feeling.
Jose Mourinho and Leroy Sane comments
Regarding Jose Mourinho, the Italian coach said, "I have great respect for Mourinho. But I have a different style. I have a calmer, more introverted communication. I prefer to work with trust, not with fighting. Tedesco was also asked about the German footballer Leroy Sane, who plays for Galatasaray, and he said: "My priority is my own team. Of course I follow the rivals but my focus is on Fenerbahce's success. However, my impression is that Leroy Sané is in very good shape. That's why I'm not surprised that he returned to the national team."
