The Carpathians signed a contract with the Senegalese defender Pope Gueye, who is well known for his game in the Ukrainian championship.

"As soon as I learned about the possibility of signing a contract with the Carpathians, I did not even think for a long time. I know that this is a serious team ", - said Gue.

"First of all, I took into account the opinion of my family. I will repeat - I did not think for a long time, because for me Ukrainian football is well known. I know the capabilities of almost all the local teams.. When I heard that there is an option with the Carpathians, I did not hesitate at all.. Here is everything to show their best qualities ".

"Ever since the time of playing for Metalist Lviv, I remember especially - it was always difficult and difficult to play against them. Moreover, our trainer Myron Markevich is a resident of Lviv. We knew that every match with the Carpathians was special and very interesting.. God grant, now we will succeed and we will please the fans with good results ".

"For me, this is a challenge. I am sorry that the Carpathians are in the tenth position. However, I saw several recent fights of my new team - I noticed the potential and was convinced that these guys are capable of better results.. I really want to help the Carpathians and together we must work well and get a good result. Our task is to please the fans.. I hope that we will successfully implement it ".

"I'm fine. I will not say that I am ready to play all 90 minutes even tomorrow, but it is a matter of time. However, I only need a few workouts and I will be fully prepared. Yes, I didn’t play, but I didn’t stop training and kept my physical form at home. Do not worry about physical endurance - convinced that I will catch up very quickly. I was accepted very well! It has a wonderful atmosphere, great conditions.. Coaching staff, players, club employees - everything is fine ".

"Honestly, the thought of retirement has never been. I feel I can play and help my team.. Yes, I am 34 years old, but I feel great. Believe me, as soon as I feel that this time has come, I will immediately bid farewell to football..

Then I'll go home and spend time with my family ".

"I am very happy here. Ukraine is my second home. I've always been loved here, and I loved local fans. This is mutual love ".

For the first time, Pope Gueye arrived in Ukraine back in 2005 as part of Volyn, and later defended the colors of the Metalworker and the Dnieper.

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