Orlando Pirates’ new signing Caio Marcelo says he is adjusting well to his new surroundings at the Mayfair-based outfit.
The 20-year-old joined the Buccaneers from Brazilian club Nova Iguacu on the last day of the summer transfer window after impressing Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic and his technical team while on trial at the club.
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Marcelo says he is happy to have joined a club like Pirates, who are his first club playing outside Brazil.
‘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,’ Marcelo told his new club’s official website.
The Brazilian defender says he is well aware of the competition for a place in the Buccaneers first team, but is relishing the chance to don the Pirates jersey.
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‘This is the first time playing outside of Brazil, therefore, I don’t expect an easy ride,’ he added.
‘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.’
Orlando Pirates will take on SuperSport United in their next Absa Premiership game at the Orlando Stadium on 15 September.
