Vali Gasimov: "Not every footballer can prove himself abroad"

"Not every footballer can go and play abroad".

These words were said by Azerbaijani veteran footballer Vali Gasimov.

The 57-year-old former striker shared his views on the transfer of our compatriot Nariman Akhundzade to the US club "Columbus Crew".

"If Nariman has chosen this path, he needs to work harder on it. He must prove why he was transferred to the US team. We all know that when players go abroad, local fans demand more from them. You have to prove that you were not brought to this club for nothing. It is of course difficult to adapt to the team and get a chance to play," he said in an interview with sport24.az.

V. Gasimov said that Nariman Akhundzade is a good footballer:

"He just has to prove himself in the USA. I wish him to represent our country there with dignity. Everything depends on him. If he made it to the main team of "Qarabag", I believe that he will be able to have his say in his new club as well".

The veteran player also touched upon the fact that the legionary careers of Azerbaijani football players are not very successful:

"The main thing is to adapt. Not everyone can do it. Some miss home, others don't know a foreign language. There are many reasons and questions. But if there is a desire, they can show what they deserve. I believe in Nariman. He will prove that he is a good striker".