Dani Lorenzo: “We have to know where we come from and take it step by step”
The Blue and White midfielder, who scored the first goal against UD Almería, underscored the importance of “getting to 50 points as soon as possible” and “taking it match by match” in the upcoming 2026 season.
Personal performance and goal
“I’m happy with the progress I’m making. Even with ‘Pelli’ I was taking steps forward. After last year’s surgery, I was feeling better. With Funes, I also get into the box with more freedom in front of goal, and I’m feeling comfortable. I can create scoring opportunities, and I’m happy.”
Progression
“As the matches go by, you gain confidence to do more things. Now I play further up and not only organise the play, I can also score goals. They are different roles, I hope to keep improving, and the important thing is that the team wins.”
Positive dynamic
“Dynamics are like that. With ‘Pelli’ the team played well but we would slip up in the final minutes. Now things are going in our favour. We know that’s football, we have to keep working, and we must keep fighting so things continue to go our way.”
Adaptation with Funes
“It’s a process of adaptation, we are still grasping the concepts of what he wants. The coach proposes, and it has been a process of taking on his ideas, gradually becoming more comfortable, and once the results come, it’s much easier. I believe the team will continue to improve, and I hope the team keeps going like this.”
Step by step
“We have to know where we come from, take it step by step and week by week. If you don’t win the weekend game, you’re achieving nothing. Taking it match by match, getting to 50 points as soon as possible, and then there will be time to look up. First, safety, then whatever comes next.”