Possible Paixão departure from Feyenoord discussed: ‘It's in God's hands'
As per VoetbalPrimeur, Igor Paixão's may be in his final weeks at Feyenoord. In an interview with De Telegraaf, the 24-year-old Brazilian spoke about how likely a departure from De Kuip may be
Paixão is in his third season at Feyenoord. The morning paper outlined that 'at least 35 million euros' must be put on the table for the winger to leave Rotterdam. Clubs from Italy, Spain and England reportedly have him in their sights.
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'I don't even want to think about it yet. I'm doing really well at Feyenood. If it happens, then it will happen. It's in God's hands.'
Rotterdam and Het Legioen have earned a place in Paixão's heart. 'Thanks to the supporters here, I can honestly say that I felt at home here so quickly. It was quite a transition from Brazil. A different language, a completely different climate, a different culture. But those guys in the stands gave me such a warm welcome. I really want to repay them every week with a big smile and with goals. The same goes for the people at the club. Everyone is good to me.'
Paixão recently told Brazilian media that he wants to play for Flamengo one day. The attacker was asked by the morning outlet whether he would choose a European top club or Flamengo, if the club came calling. 'You know where my heart is, right?', laughed Paixão. 'Flamengo is the club of my entire family…'
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