New Orlando Pirates defender Caio Marcelo is looking forward to the challenge of playing outside his native Brazil.
The young defender joined Pirates on the South African transfer deadline day after impressing during the clubs’ preseason tour.
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Marcelo was on the camp where he was involved in matches against the likes of TP Mazembe, Forest Rangers, Power Dynamos, Cape Town City and Stellenbosch FC. It was during this time that the centre back impressed head coach Micho Sredojevic and assistant Rhulani Mokwena.
Speaking through an interpreter to the Orlando Pirates website, Marcelo revealed that he is settling quick as he looks to adjust to life outside of Brazil.
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‘I am settling in very nicely at the club. My teammates and the technical staff have been very accommodating and welcoming ever since I’ve arrived.
‘This is the first time playing outside of Brazil, therefore, I don’t expect an easy ride. I still have to get used to my surroundings, get to understand my teammates and a new style of play. All this takes time so I’m not in a hurry as there’s still a lot to learn,’ concluded the young defender.
