THE Kenneth Farid will be one of the two centers that will be acquired by Panathinaikos after his constant injuries in the high and the American center arrived in Athens to sign his new contract.
Upon his arrival in Athens to complete his transfer to Panathinaikos, Kenneth Farid made his first statements about the “greens”, claiming that he is ready to compete and present a… monster on the court.
Farid’s statements
“I spoke with coach Ataman. I am happy to be here. I’m looking forward to passing the medical and then we’ll talk about my role.”
On whether it is strange that he arrived today and in two days he will compete: “No. I love playing basketball, it’s just another day at work. I’m happy to be here.”
For his motivation to play for Panathinaikos: «Honestly, they are a team of champions. I want to play for one of the best leagues in Europe, the Euroleague. I want to play here, show that I can play here. In my last group I couldn’t show who I really am. Here I can do it».
About how ready he is mentally and physically: «I feel great. It’s another day at work. I love playing basketball, going out there and doing my job. I know these fans are exciting and I feed off the excitement, the energy and the fans. I will give them a lot».
On whether he has spoken with Juancho about Panathinaikos: «I haven’t spoken to him yet. Everything was done in secret, we were trying to close the deal quietly. I can’t wait to see the players, talk to them, tell me what to do and go out there and do my job».
As for what Panathinaikos fans can expect from him: “A monster. To go out and free the monster. I’m excited to be here. I want to go out and do my job.”