Rodrigo Mora expressed great gratitude towards his Brazilian teammate Wesley after the match between Roma and Real Madrid, in which the new signing had the opportunity to enter the pitch. During an interview with TNT Sports, the Portuguese midfielder underlined how fundamental the welcome he received in the team was, in particular from Wesley, with whom he shares the same language.
Mora, who arrives from Portuguese team Porto, recalled his previous experiences with Brazilian players, highlighting how linguistic and cultural familiarity facilitated his integration. “Wesley was the one who helped me the most when I arrived at Roma, also because he speaks Portuguese like me,” declared the attacker. "I also played with many Brazilians at Porto and I always got on very well with all of them. I thank Wesley and the whole team for welcoming me so well. Now we must continue on this path."
Mora's debut took place in the second half of the match against Real Madrid, where he replaced the injured Dybala. He has made six appearances for Roma to date, with one goal and one assist in 232 minutes of play. His performance demonstrates a rapid adaptability to Serie A and the manager's tactics.
Mora's gesture of recognition towards Wesley highlights the importance of the team climate in the integration phase of new players. The presence of a partner who shares the same language and cultural background can speed up the reception process and improve cohesion in the field.
With the season still underway, Roma continue to focus on a combination of experience and youth. The inclusion of Mora, together with the support of his teammates, is considered a key element in achieving the team's objectives. The club remains focused on maintaining the line of play and on a progressive integration of new arrivals, with the aim of consolidating its position in the standings and preparing for European competitions.