Puerta performs in Nuremberg and does his first practice

Dream come true, Gustavo Puerta is already in Germany and after appearing with the Bayer Leverkusen board of directors, He traveled to Nuremberg to start working with his new colleagues. The midfielder was transferred to the second division team for this first semester. It will be there until May when the Sub 20 World Cup in Indonesia starts.

“Hello Gustavo! Winter rookie Gustavo Puerta arrived in Nuremberg last night and is now training with his new teammates for the first time ”, reported the German club on their social networks. The 19-year-old is ready for his first European experience.

Gustavo Puerta who was one of the figures of Colombia in the South American Sub 20, knows that after having a few good months in the second division of Germany, Bayer Leverkusen could have him in the first team next season. It also helps the national team that it arrives with filming at the World Cup.

The midfielder signed until June 2028 after an operation of only 2 million euros. Puerta hopes to earn a place in Nuremberg soon to start making a difference. The German team is in 13th position with 22 points.

Puerta, happy for the opportunity in Nuremberg

The midfielder from Valle del Cauca talked about how his new teammates received him, “The team received me very well. I am very happy to be in a club as big as Nuremberg“, he claimed. He also talked about the change from Latin America to Europe, his adaptation hopes to take it on the right track. “Obviously it’s a change for me. The culture and climate are different.”

Finally, Puerta stated that he wants take advantage of the Nuremberg opportunity because they are fulfilling their dream of being in Europe. “It was always my dream to play in Europe. I would like to take this opportunity now.”

When could you give your debut?

The player immediately practiced with his teammates but the official website of the team ruled out that he can debut the next date. On Sunday, February 19, they will face Heidenheim at 7:30 am (Colombian time).

“It is already clear that Puerta will not have a leading role in Heidenheim’s next game after such a short time, so the club’s fans will have to be patient until his debut. When the time comes, he will wear the number 24,” the club reported.