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Zimbabwe international Marshall Munetsi has revealed his happiness following the deadline day transfer move to Premier League outfit Wolves from French side Reims.
The 28-year-old captain of the Warriors, who started his senior career in South Africa with National First Division side Cape Town, has termed the transfer as a dream come true.
“I'm delighted. It's a dream come true for me. I've always wanted to be part of something big, and being part of Wolves is something that is very big for me, and is big for my family. It's a team that I've also seen from afar, and the Premier League is the best place to be, so I'm delighted to join the family, to join the team,” Munetsi told Wolves official website.
“I'm very excited. It's probably going to be the first time I’ve had a big opportunity to be representing a bigger club. Nothing against Reims, but now you're going to be playing in the Premier League, playing for Wolves. Also, we have a greater population in England for Zimbabwean, I think I will feel even more at home than what I was doing in France.”
Asked about his experience in France, Munetsi, who played for Baroka FC and Orlando Pirates in the South African league, said: “The first time I got there, I didn’t think I would stay for that long, but considering what I went through with the club, I really enjoyed my time there, and I think now it's probably the best time, because I've gained so much experience.
“Being in the French league is also very tough, probably not as much as the Premier League, but I think it's also quite competitive with the clubs that we have. So, I think those games will come in handy once I make this move.”
On bringing leadership qualities to Wolves, he explained: “I think in as much as we play football, we learn a lot. Being a leader is something that is not easy, but you also have to nurture yourself.
“You have to learn how to help others, how to guide, how to lead by example, on the pitch and off the pitch. So, I think it's something that I'll also be able to bring to Wolves, considering what I've also produced here at Reims. I think it's some of the qualities that I do produce on the pitch, and off the pitch.”
He left Reims having scored four goals from 19 matches and provided two assists.
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