During his training in England, the young and promising Rico Lewis was interviewed by reporters, sharing his outlook on the new season, his personal growth experience and his thoughts on the loan rumors. With his humble attitude and firm belief, the midfield star showed his maturity and confidence beyond his age.
Shining debut of the new season
Speaking about his excellent performances in the first few games of the new season, Rico Lewis said, "England's excellent performance at the Euros opened the door of opportunity for young players like myself. Veterans such as Stones and Walker returned late for national team fixtures, which gave me valuable playing time in pre-season and the early part of the league. I know that chances are fleeting, so it's important to be at my best, focusing on every touch of the ball and taking advantage of every opportunity I get to show my skills. My goal is to continue that focus and contribute to the team."
Unique tips for summer training
As to how he stayed in shape over the summer, Rico Lewis revealed a special training program he did with his father: "Before returning to the team, I did physical training with my father, which not only helped me to regain my fitness, but also allowed me to stay fit in a different way. In addition, I draw inspiration from Muay Thai, where many of the moves emphasize balance and agility, which is very helpful for my midfield position. From a young age I was used to improving my athleticism in this way, and now as a midfielder I need to control the ball, turn the ball and other skills even more, and the Muay Thai training has definitely enhanced my fitness and game performance."
Family Fun Facts and Musical Affair
In the interview, Rico Lewis also humorously corrected a small mistake he made earlier: "I mistakenly claimed that my grandfather had performed with Oasis before, when in fact he was on stage with rock legend Eric Clapton. As for the Oasis concert tickets, I'm still trying to snatch them up for my sister, but alas, they're sold out. It looks like we need to find another way to fulfill our love of music."
Response to rumors of a loan out
Facing rumors of a possible loan move, Rico Lewis expressed his strong belief in his current team: "I have never wanted to play for another team. At Manchester City I get to work with some of the best players and coaches in the world every day and I benefit from that environment. The way we play is unique and our aim is to win every game and dominate the whole process. I believe these goals are achievable with the strength of our players and teamwork. Here, I can not only learn the technical aspects, but also feel the infinite possibilities and challenges that soccer brings."
