Victor Valdepenas was interviewed upon signing for the club. Here are the Spaniard’s first words as a Viola player:

How excited are you?

“On a scale of 1 to 10, 20!

Do you like the city of Florence? Have you had a chance to look around?

“I’ve not had a lot of time to see the city but people have told me that Florence is great and I’m really excited to get to know the city.”

What do you think of the Rocco B. Commisso Viola Park?

“From what I’ve seen the facilities look great.”

What convinced you to come to Fiorentina?

“The experiences the players who’ve played here have shared with me. It seems like a club with a great history, and although I’m young I know all about it. So, it was a mixture of others’ advice and my personal experience that made me come here”

Which players did you speak to?

“Borja Valero.”

If you think about Fiorentina and the players to have played for the club, who comes to mind?

“Borja Valero, no doubt about it.”

What’s your position?

“Left-back and centre-back.”

Do you have a preference?

“I prefer left-back.”

We know all about your pace, but what are your other qualities?

“I’m aggressive, as defenders tend to be. I’m technically and tactically good.”

Are you excited to get started?

“I’m really excited – I can’t wait.”

Do you have a message for the Fiorentina fans?

“I’m so happy to be here. I can’t wait for our first league game and to see everyone in the stadium. Forza Viola!”