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Guendouzi "truly proud" making Fenerbahce move after Sarri controversy

Guendouzi "truly proud" making Fenerbahce move after Sarri controversy
Guendouzi "truly proud" making Fenerbahce move after Sarri controversyFenerbahce/X.com

Matteo Guendouzi has explained his decision to leave Lazio for Fenerbahce this week.

Lazio's decision to sell the former Arsenal midfielder has angered coach Maurizio Sarri, who spoke out against the sale.

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Guendouzi has penned a four-and-a-half year deal.

Speaking after his switch was made official, he said: "I am truly very proud. I am very happy to be here today. I really wanted to be here. That's why I'm so happy, this is a big day for me and my whole family. I'm enjoying this moment. I hope we will achieve great things together.

"First of all, I want to thank everyone who contributed to this transfer. Because it wasn't an easy process. From the moment I first heard about it, I really wanted to come here and I did. I am very proud and Fenerbahçe is one of the biggest clubs in the world, with a great history.

"Our president also told me about our club, our fans and our goals. I am very happy and excited to be here. I know our fans and the great atmosphere they create, I can't wait to play my first match in front of them. I hope we will win victories and trophies together here.

"I want to thank our fans. Because I received many loving messages from them on social media. They can be sure that I will give everything on the field for them if necessary. I am always that kind of player. I hope we win the league championship together after 12 years. I hope we can achieve our goals together with our fans, our team, and our coach."

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