Exequiel Palacios sees Leverkusen as a stepping stone
Exequiel Palacios admits he sees Bayer Leverkusen as a possible stepping stone to a bigger European club.
| Exequiel Palacios. | Photo: Carlos Figueroa Rojas, CC BY-SA 4.0 |
Asked if he believes playing for Bayer Leverkusen could be a stepping stone to a bigger team, Palacios told Kicker:
"That's one of the reasons why I decided to come here. I know that Bayer gives me the basis of taking the next step, and that the big clubs are keeping an eye on the players from Bayer."
The 21-year-old says he talked to his Argentine compatriot Lucas Alario, who joined Leverkusen from River Plate in the past, before making his decision.
"Coming to Europe is a great opportunity. I talked to Lucas Alario about the club in advance and found out that something is growing here."
Palacios, 21, has signed a contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2025.