Filipe Luís

[LDN Blue 7,903]

I think him not getting the no. 3 shirt is a tribute to Ashley.

I do doubt that. probably, as someone said before, someone else has laid claim to that.. though if we don't reassign 8 I would be more inclined to agree.

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I find it interesting now that the Club are announcing fee agreements prior to official signings. we've been craving for better information from the club, it's a good new trend, let's hope it won't backfire one day.

[Barbara 15,149]

I do doubt that. probably, as someone said before, someone else has laid claim to that.. though if we don't reassign 8 I would be more inclined to agree.

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I find it interesting now that the Club are announcing fee agreements prior to official signings. we've been craving for better information from the club, it's a good new trend, let's hope it won't backfire one day.

he said in the video in the previous page that he couldn't take #3 shirt after Cole just left and called him a legend. I think it was his decision.

[LDN Blue 7,903]

he said in the video in the previous page that he couldn't take #3 shirt after Cole just left and called him a legend. I think it was his decision.

yeah but at the same time, I don't feel he'll get 100% of the choice involved. it's a commercial decision of the club too, players with 1-11 will generally generate more sales. Of course exceptions exist like 25 and 26 for Zola and Terry respectively.

[Hybrid Angel 2,130]

Such a great interview. I love how he didn't simply say he is delighted to be here but told us about that walking and running thing. Looks like a nice lad who is never going to stop working on the pitch. Glad to have him here!

[Cech's helmet 220]

The reason he's not wearing number 3 is because Zouma took it first.

[pWneR 230]

Whn did Zouma take it?

[Cech's helmet 220]

Whn did Zouma take it?

He wore number 3 when we played a few days ago.

[pWneR 230]

I'm pretty sure that doesn't mean anything. Bamford wore 9, Baker 10 and Ake 4 and they sure won't have those numbers.

[laeth 527]

Great interview. He clearly wants to stay for longer as well

[StrategiC 73]

Best part in his interview imo, "I know Ashley Cole was here, he set a high level and I know its going to be very hard to replace him, but I will do my best to keep the level high."

[The only place to be 11,313]

When you see his interview, you get another clue as to why Mourinho wanted him. Jose places a huge emphasis on character and Luis seems to have that in abundance.

Not gonna get to hung up on his number. As Skipper says it may well just be the club leaving Ashley's old number free for a year, as they may well do with Lamps. It's a lot of pressure taking that number, but it's not like 5 is that weird of a number for a left-back to have. I'd also be surprised if Zouma took 3.

Pleased with his full interview (transcript here http://www.chelseafc.com/news/latest-news/2014/07/first-words--filipe-luis.html?WT.mc_id=social_20140719_28125906) and how he talks about defending first and the importance of not conceding (typical Jose player) but I can't fail to be impressed with the way he views himself.

Might sound like a broken record but compare what he says with what Lukaku says and you'll see the difference between a Jose player and a non-Jose player.

I try to be the most complete player as possible

Last season was brilliant but I’ve come here to do exactly the same.

Not 'I am the complete left-back' but an acknowledgement that even at the age of 28 coming off a league win and a Champions League Final that he still has room to improve. That's mightily impressive and exactly what Jose wants from a player. Everyone else at the club or joining in the near future, take note!

[Madmax 9,219]

Seriously, just read the full interview transcript TOPTB posted above. Lesson in how to convey your ambition and confidence while remaining respectful and humble; he mixes a bit of steel with a bit of silk. Impressed by his manner already.

[Safir Zawad 54]

His interview with the club was amazing!

His english is great and it seems like he is dedicated to our cause!

As a Chelsea fan, I can't be happier than this!

What an amazing signing. Hope he stays for many years

[Daniel1980 1,425]

Just saw he's first interview, he speaks very good English he might finally teach ramires & oscar how to talk.

Languages are very hard for some people and easy for others. I think Oscar's been improving. A bit.

[Despiadado.Maleante 1,046]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7j7WjGRgpTA

[CHOULO19 24,332]

Says all the right things. I love him already.

[nofacej 132]

Has completely won me over with that interview. Lukaku should take notes.

[Sidzeret 2,257]

In the interview he also explains that Brazilian World Cup '94-winning defender and Deportivo La Coruña legend Mauro Silva is his idol. Mauro Silva wore #5 and while he was a center back, Filipe still jumped at the opportunity to grab that shirt for himself at Chelsea.