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Moses Simon, Super Eagles and Paris FC star, revealed that failing to secure a move to Liverpool or the Premier League remains one of the biggest regrets of his professional career and shared his advice for future generations.
When asked in an interview with Urban Dwell Sport if he had any regrets despite his achievements and longevity at the top level, Simon said: “Yes, I have. And this is something I will share with young players, the younger generation. My regret as a professional player.
Between 2016 and 2018, my form declined because I was focused on making a transfer. Liverpool expressed interest in signing me, along with Hull City, Fulham, Brighton, Tottenham, and Lyon. We faced them in the Europa League in 2017. However, when you read about these things in the newspapers, some are accurate while others are mere speculation.
In the first year, I was unable to secure a transfer. The following year, I was meant to join Liverpool, but that did not materialize. Brighton also did not work out. I found myself thinking, ‘Is it the agent or the club? I don’t want to play.’ I was convincing myself: ‘Whether I play or I don’t play, it doesn’t matter,’ he confessed.
Moses Simon further revealed that he mistakenly believed reducing the quality of his performances would force Gent, his club at the time, into cashing in on him, considering he had several suitors.
“I think if I don't play, the club will find a way quickly to sell me. The club bought me for €1 million, but after one year, they wanted €25 million.”
Looking back, the winger believes he handled the situation poorly and has urged young footballers not to allow transfer rumours to affect their performances.
“If I was an experienced player, I would push for everything because the more you play, the more market value you have. So every young player out there, whether there’s a rumour or no rumour, just give everything." he explained. "A transfer can come, and you go. If it doesn't come, continue because your club is paying you. This is the contract you signed.”
Despite missing out on Liverpool and the Premier League, Simon has gone on to enjoy a distinguished career spanning Belgium, France, and the Nigerian national team.
Simon has established himself as one of the most consistent performers for the Super Eagles, earning 98 caps and becoming one of the senior figures in the squad.
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