Author: Soorya G
The full-back returns to Brazil after a reasonably successful spell with Spurs, which included finishing runners-up in the Champions League. Unveiled by São Paulo on Friday, Lucas is already looking ahead to the second leg of the Copa do Brasil semi-final against Corinthians. São Paulo’s new reinforcement also commented on the departure of Roger Guedes from the rival team, who went to play for Al-Rayyan in Qatar.
“We can’t talk about favoritism; the advantage is on their side [Corinthians]. It’s a derby, a knockout game, and they’re ahead. Of course they lose a great player, the best of the season, but it’s still a classic. With my arrival and the arrival of James Rodríguez, we’ve become stronger, but they’re still the favorites” he said.
Back at the Tricolor for his second spell, Lucas commented on whether he dreams of scoring for the first time in a derby against Corinthians.
“The goal on this return is to win, to become champions again. I think we have that chance in South America and the Copa do Brasil. In the Brasileiro, of course, Botafogo is a long way off, but anything is possible. The most important thing is classification. If I manage to score a goal, it’ll be special, but I’ll do everything I can to help the team and play in the final” he reflected.
During the presentation press conference, Lucas praised the São Paulo team highly, especially after the signing of James Rodríguez.
Moura expressed his deep sense of honor at being part of a team that has shown remarkable growth during the current season. He emphasized that, with a strong representation in the Copa do Brasil, the team had a chance of reaching the final. The Champions League finalist also expressed his great satisfaction at the arrival of James Rodríguez, predicting his substantial contribution to Brazilian soccer. Despite losing to San Lorenzo in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana round of 16, Lucas believes São Paulo can recover in the continental tournament.
“We have two challenges ahead of us. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to play in the round of 16 in South America, but both results are completely reversible. With the support of our fans at home, I’m here to contribute, to help, to give my all for the club and to help achieve our goals” he concluded.