It’s a significant homecoming for Eric Abidal as he returns to AS Monaco, the club where he made his debut almost 13 years ago. The former Lyon player, who had a successful career including winning the Champions League in 2009 and 2011 with Barcelona, expressed his emotions during the official announcement and press conference.
At the age of 33, Abidal is moved by the trust that Monaco has placed in him, especially considering the challenges he faced in recent years. He stated, “For me, it’s huge. After what I went through, it wasn’t easy to have the trust of a club. I’m happy because Monaco has confidence in me, I have confidence in them, I will do everything not to betray their confidence.”
Returning to Monaco is a special moment for Abidal, as it marks a return to his roots. He made his debut with the club in 2000, and now, 13 years later, he’s back under different circumstances. Abidal expressed his happiness to be part of this new adventure with Monaco, especially after their return to Ligue 1. He also noted the arrival of great players during the transfer window and expressed his joy at being part of the squad.
Fans of AS Monaco will likely be excited to see Abidal back in the club colors and contributing to the team’s success in the upcoming season.
