Gonzalo Garcia: Alonso is one of the best coaches in the world, my idol is Cristiano Ronaldo

In an interview with El Larguero on October 10, Real Madrid young forward Gonzalo Garcia talked about his current situation and future topics. He said that right now he only has this season on his mind.

About the Club World Cup

- I can look at it more objectively now and I've digested it better over time. Looking back, even I was surprised.

About the summer transfer rumors

- My only choice is to stay at Real Madrid. For me, becoming a member of the first team is a dream come true and I am very satisfied with my decision.

About competition

- We are talking about the best clubs in the world and obviously the competition is very fierce because there are always the best players here. I have been in the academy for many years, I have been a Real Madrid fan since I was a child and I have never regretted my decision.

About the new life

- The biggest change is in the media, people recognize me on the street. But with family and friends, it's the same as before, I'm still the same kid before the Club World Cup.

About jersey numbers

- I know it is possible to get jersey number 9 because Mbappe will wear number 10, but I don't have the option. Clubs usually give numbers to players who have been around longer, and Endrick wanted No. 9, so he got it. I'm not complaining, I'm happy to be a part of the team no matter what number I wear.

About Expedition to Almaty

- The journey was long, many hours of flying, but we arrived in good shape. They received us very warmly and in the end, it was obviously a new thing for Real Madrid to go there.

About the derby defeat

– We didn’t read the game well and it just happened that way. As the coach said, happiness and disappointment should be short-lived. We focus on analyzing what happened and trying to learn from it.

About Xavi Alonso

- During the Club World Cup, he always showed his trust in me and gave me a lot of advice to help me relax as much as possible. He is close to everyone and he is one of the best coaches in the world.

About the role of role models

- It is very difficult to get into the first team because we are talking about Real Madrid, the best club in the world, the competition is very fierce and the level is very high. I’m proud to be a role model for other academy players and show them it’s possible.

About the national team

——I am very happy to represent the U21 national team. I'm not going to lie, I'm very ambitious and my goal is to make the senior national team. Currently, our goal is to qualify for the European Cup and the Olympics. I have not spoken to De La Fuente individually, only met him at a training session with the senior national team and did not have the opportunity to speak. Competition is very open at this position and we are lucky to have a lot of talented players, just like at other positions.

About idols

- I have always said that my idol is Cristiano Ronaldo. He is a very comprehensive player and I try to draw inspiration from him.

About Raul

- I am very grateful to work with him, he has given me a lot of help, he is also a striker and has been in the same situation as me. He wrote to me during the Club World Cup to congratulate me.

About the future

- Right now my mind is only on this season and making the most of every minute. No need to waste time thinking about the future because I am right where I want to be.

About Valverde

- There is no player who refuses to play in other positions. We are all willing to help the team in any position needed and I believe any player would be willing to play any position for Real Madrid. I can play as a full-back, centre-back or even goalkeeper if needed.