Pedro seems again over his profession and ‘by no means anticipated’ to have a lot success for Spain, Barcelona and Chelsea, however desires to ‘win some silverware at Lazio.’
The veteran ahead turned 37 in July and had been seemingly winding down his time on the sector in recent times.
Nonetheless, he has , up to now this season contributing six targets and two assists in 12 video games between Serie A and the Europa League.
The newest was a last-gasp winner over FC Porto that maintained the Aquile’s good report within the Europa League, sitting high of the desk.
“I’m completely satisfied, I really feel privileged and by no means anticipated to win 25 trophies in my profession, together with the Champions League, the World Cup and enjoying for 2 of the perfect groups in historical past, Spain and Barcelona,”
“It was additionally an honour to defend the colors of Chelsea and now I’m completely satisfied to be at Lazio. Possibly I didn’t get that a lot recognition within the media, however I suppose I’ll solely have the ability to inform that after I’ve retired. I made many sacrifices, however when all that is over, I’ll preserve with me the love of the folks. That counts for extra.”
Pedro relishing expertise at Lazio
His was considerably shocking, because it got here successfully without cost crossing town from Roma to Lazio in 2021.
“Clearly, I want to win one thing with Lazio, as a result of I gained silverware in all of my seasons besides those in Italy. I want to do it right here too as a result of Lazio is an historic membership, with a historical past much like Chelsea or Barcelona.
“I realise it’s tougher right here for quite a lot of elements, however we’re doing effectively and are high of the Europa League, so we’ll see how far we go. No doubt, I want to retire having gained one other trophy.
“When the time comes, I’ll step apart with discretion and it will likely be tough, however no roughly than what my different pals and teammates have completed.”
It stays to be seen if that might be in 2025 or past, as there are stories Lazio are prepared to supply Pedro a brand new contract.
“I do have a extra vital function right here in comparison with final season. I’m the oldest participant within the squad, however I really feel relaxed near younger folks, attempting to show them what I do know. It’s not the identical as previous experiences, however I nonetheless really feel as vital and appreciated by everybody.
“When the second comes, I’ll decide on my future, however proper now I simply need to take pleasure in the remainder of the season.”
Pedro is already engaged on his legacy, drawing up plans to open up a museum of his profession full of memorabilia in his residence of Tenerife.