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Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos spoke to the press after a 6-4 pre-season friendly victory over Western Sydney Wanderers. Santos discussed the tough but meaningful match, noting the open pace of the first half. He praised Xabi Alonso's halftime instructions to stay central and involve everyone in possession, calling Alonso a great midfield master who taught him many details. Reflecting on an injury-hit previous season, Santos expressed eagerness to prove himself and look forward to the new season. When asked if his Chelsea career is just beginning, he acknowledged past difficulties but stated he feels his debut a year ago marked the start. On his first-team prospects, Santos simply affirmed, 'I am a Chelsea player, that's all I know.'
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Hupu, July 29 — Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos spoke to the media following his side's 6-4 pre-season victory over Western Sydney Wanderers.
On the match
Q: What did you think of the match? How did you feel about the situation?
A: It was a tough match, but also very meaningful. The first half was very open, and it was good for us to experience this type of game.
On playing under Xabi Alonso for the first time
Q: How did it feel to play under Xabi Alonso for the first time? What did he say to you at halftime?
A: He asked me to stay in the central position and wanted everyone to be involved in possession. The first half was a bit difficult, but I think the second half was better.
On training under a midfield master
Q: As a midfielder, how does it feel to train under a great midfield master like him?
A: He is excellent. He taught me a lot and also guided other players. I think he is really great.
On last season's injuries and proving himself
Q: You suffered a few injuries last season. Are you eager to prove yourself and make an impression, given that last season was frustrating?
A: Yes, last season was a bit tough, but now I feel good, so I am looking forward to this new season, and that's what I want.
On showing his best form
Q: We haven't seen you at your best yet. Do you think it's necessary to show that?
A: I think so.
On whether his Chelsea career is just beginning
Q: Given everything that happened last season, do you feel like your Chelsea career is just beginning?
A: That's interesting, but I don't think so, because I already made my debut a year ago, and I feel it started then. However, it's true that I faced some difficulties last season, but now I am in good shape, and that's how it is.
On his first-team prospects under Xabi Alonso
Q: Has Xabi given you any indication that you will definitely be in the first-team squad this season?
A: I am a Chelsea player, that's all I know.
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