After representing Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, Rayan spoke about his new phase in English football.
When asked what the experience of participating in the World Cup at such a young age had left him with, Rayan said in an exclusive interview: "Maturity."
“I was only 19 when I participated in the World Cup, and I will turn 20 on August 3rd. It was a very happy time. After becoming a key player and starting to play, I matured a lot. Although we lost to Norway, I was better prepared when I left the World Cup, and I came back here to start and finish the new season smoothly.”
“After participating in the World Cup, people will see you differently. The World Cup gives players more weight. Now all you have to do is make good use of that.” The player, who came from Collina, acknowledged that there are also high expectations for his performance at the club.
When asked about his conversation with new Bournemouth manager Marco Rose, Rayan said, "The expectations are higher, and the responsibility is greater. The coach and I have talked about these things. After the World Cup, the expectations placed on me will be very high, and the fans' expectations will be even higher."
“He talks to me often. He knows I’m only 20 years old, but he also understands that the World Cup will change a lot of things. In addition, the Portuguese director Thiago Pinto has also been a great help to me. I hope to have a good start to the new season.”
In addition to facing Manchester City, Layan will also face Erling Haaland for the first time since Brazil's World Cup exit, and will have the opportunity to "avenge" his loss to Norway after Brazil's defeat to Norway.
Rayan joked, "I'll have to find a chance to punch him back."
