After transiting through the Netherlands Renato Tapia He joined Celta de Vigo in the Spanish LaLiga on July 20, 2020. The Peruvian national team midfielder had a good start with the Celtics; However, in recent months he has lost control under the command of “Rafa” Benítez and today his performances are worse.
One of those who referred to the national midfielder was Luis García, former player, UEFA Champions League champion in the 2004–2005 season and 2005 European Super Cup champion with Liverpool. The Spaniard pointed out in an interview for Líbero that Tapia was a great player who showed a good level at Celta de Vigo.
What did Luis García say about Renato Tapia?
The former Barcelona and Spanish national team player was also asked about the possibility of Renato Tapia moving to clubs such as Atlético Madrid or Barcelona and replied that it was complicated due to the competition in these teams.
“It’s complicated, I’m not telling you I can’t do it. Firstly, because of the competition, both Atlético and Barcelona have players who are world champions or the best in the world. Renato has the talent. “I have to develop further, but today it’s difficult for me to play for one of the big teams,” he replied.
In addition, he pointed out that in order to move to a big club, a player must have up to three good seasons at the highest level and can therefore be considered by teams such as Atlético Madrid or Barcelona.
“You have to do two, three or even years at a high level for teams like Atlético Madrid or Barcelona to evaluate you. He is a player who can contribute to us at all levels, both mentally, tactically and physically. I think that “Today there are requirements that Renato may lack,” he added.
What are Renato Tapia’s stats this season?
The 28-year-old midfielder has had an irregular season so far, sometimes starting and sometimes being used as a substitute. Of the 14 games Celta de Vigo has played, Tapia has only played 6 and accumulated 196 minutes. The Peru international has neither goals nor assists.