De Haas Joins Valencia: 'I Come to Create a Winning History'

Dutch center-back Justin de Haas has officially joined Valencia, signing a four-year deal and becoming the club's inaugural acquisition for the upcoming season. De Haas expressed his strong desire to contribute to "creating a winning history, as Valencia deserves."

Speaking at his presentation at the Mestalla stadium, the 26-year-old, who arrived from Famalicão, declared his intention to play and win matches for the club. While keeping details of his conversation with coach Carlos Corberán private, de Haas pledged to give his utmost effort. When pressed about the club's objectives, he consistently emphasized winning, stating, "My goal is to give my best, I want to win because only when you win do you achieve great things, and that is my biggest objective."

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My goal is to give my best, I want to win because only when you win do you achieve great things, and that is my biggest objective.

De Haas aims for a strong start, focusing on team integration and allowing his new teammates to understand his strengths and weaknesses. He believes that a club with Valencia's rich history and numerous titles should consistently win games. "For me, you always have to look forward; I don't like looking back. I am here to help the team and will give my maximum to create a winning history," he added.

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For me, you always have to look forward; I don't like looking back. I am here to help the team and will give my maximum to create a winning history.

The defender revealed that initial contact with Valencia occurred last season through his agent. He acknowledged that turning down an offer from a club like Valencia was impossible. Although contacted in January, Famalicão prevented his departure, a decision he understood. De Haas views Valencia as a significant step forward in his career but also wanted to conclude his three-year tenure at Famalicão on a positive note.

Feeling at home in Valencia, de Haas highlighted the support he has received from everyone at the club and the fans. He described Valencia as a "great city" and felt prepared for his July arrival after visiting in February and March. As a player, de Haas identifies as a left-footed center-back who enjoys playing with the ball and building attacks from the defense. He considers himself strong in one-on-one duels and is eager to prove his worth to the club, drawing inspiration from the legacy of Dutch players at Valencia.

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when a club like Valencia contacts you, you can't refuse the offer.