Newly minted midfielder "miners" Maicon gave the first extensive interview since the transition to the Donetsk club.

Maicon moved to Shakhtar a week ago from Corinthians for 6.6 million euros.

Brazilian newcomer "miners" gave an interview to the club's press service:.

- Maicon, in Corinthians you won the youth and youth championships, last year was the winner of Serie A. Now you came for gold to Shakhtar?.

- Of course, only with such ambitions I came here. I perfectly understand how difficult the championship is in Ukraine, also we are faced with uneasy fights in the Champions League. But Shakhtar is a strong team! I think we will be able to win the Premier League gold and hold an excellent campaign in the Champions League.

- What are your impressions from the first week of work?.

- I love! Every day I learn a lot from Mr. Fonseca. He is demanding. All the guys were well received. It is clear that we only get to know each other, in time we will find it easier to find mutual understanding on the field. I hope I will be happy in Shakhtar.

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