Memphis Depay has restructured his career at Lyon. After the failed stint with Manchester United , many had tipped off the Dutch forward to be forgotten but Depay has proved his mettle at Lyon in the Champions League and Ligue 1.
Speaking about his resurrection, the Dutchman had plenty to say :
“I don’t agree with lots of things that I’ve done in the past and I’m not proud of it, but I published it anyway, because I want it to be pure,” the 25-year-old said on Dutch chat show Pauw .
“Young kids in my situation, who might not have the right people to guide them, might see that they won’t achieve the things they want when they keep making the wrong choices.
“I always wanted to become a professional footballer, but for a long time I did things that weren’t going to make it happen.
“I hope to be an example for others. Some choices keep chasing you. I lived on the edge and was lucky to get out. For others it might end up badly.
“I used to be on the streets at night and did things a boy that age shouldn’t do. My talent saved me, for sure. On the pitch, I always did what people expected from me.”
