Yabusele arrives in Athens for Panathinaikos – 'I look forward to playing for Obradovic'

Athens, Greece – Gerson Yabusele has arrived in Athens, addressing Panathinaikos fans with his first message expressing enthusiasm for his new role with the team. The 31-year-old French forward conveyed his excitement about joining the "Greens" and emphasized his eagerness to play in front of the team's supporters.

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Hello friends of Panathinaikos. I am very excited to be here and I hope you are too. I look forward to meeting you and playing for you.

"Hello friends of Panathinaikos. I am very excited to be here and I hope you are too. I look forward to meeting you and playing for you," Yabusele stated in his initial message. He has agreed to a three-year contract with Panathinaikos and is expected to bolster the team's performance in the upcoming season.

Yabusele shared his motivation for joining the team, citing Panathinaikos's ambitions and objectives. He also mentioned that the presence of player Mathias Lessort, whom he considers a "brother," played a significant role in his decision. "We have been talking all year. To be here with my brother is something special. And now that Mustafa Fall has also joined the team, I have two brothers with me. I know that on the court we will be fine," he said.

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It is an excellent coach, everyone knows that and I look forward to playing for him and having good years here.

He also spoke about his anticipation of playing for coach Zeljko Obradovic, whom he described as an "excellent coach." Yabusele stated, "Everyone knows that and I look forward to playing for him and having good years here." The player confirmed that he and Obradovic had discussed his role and position on the team, which was another key factor in his decision to come to Panathinaikos.

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We have been talking all year. To be here with my brother is something special. And now that Mustafa Fall has also joined the team, I have two brothers with me. I know that on the court we will be fine.

Reflecting on his past, Yabusele mentioned his friendship with Evan Fournier and expressed no animosity, stating, "I love him very much." He acknowledged their competitive nature and desire to win, looking forward to playing against him as an opponent. He also recalled that when he was with Real Madrid, Mario Hezonja used to say certain chants, hinting at a familiarity with the team's traditions.

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Evan Fournier is my friend. I have no hatred for him. I love him very much.