Bola.net – Borneo FC striker, Leo Gaucho, made a statement that he was ready to undergo the naturalization process to defend the Indonesian national team. He feels very comfortable in Indonesia and wants to contribute to the country.
Leo Gaucho just joined Borneo FC at the start of the 2024/2025 season. He started his career impressively. The Brazilian player scored three goals and took Borneo FC to the 2024 President’s Cup final.
When the official competition was held, Leo Gaucho’s performance remained consistent. He was able to score six goals until the 10th week of BRI Liga 1 2024/2025. Leo Gaucho also scored two goals in two Borneo FC matches in the 2024/2025 ASEAN Club Championship.
As an attacker, Leo Gaucho has quite good goal scoring abilities. At only 23 years old, Leo Gaucho also has the potential to develop even better in the future. Check out the review below Bolaneters.
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Leo Gaucho Ready to Defend the Indonesian National Team
Leo Gaucho’s celebration after breaking into Persis Solo’s goal in the 2024 President’s Cup, Friday (19/7/2024) (c) Doc. Borneo FC
Leo Gaucho comes from Brazil. He doesn’t have Indonesian blood. So, if he wants to undergo the naturalization process, Leo Gaucho must live in Indonesia for a minimum of five years. He is ready to undergo the process.
“I would like it if Indonesia wants to make me a naturalized player, for me it is very possible because I am very comfortable here,” said Leo Gaucho on a podcast on the Transfermarkt Indonesia YouTube channel.
“For me it is a great possibility to become a naturalized player and play for this great country. I really like it. For me this is a great opportunity to show my work to a great country,” he continued.
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Leo Gaucho Praises the Football Atmosphere in Indonesia
Borneo FC squad when playing in the 2024 President’s Cup (c) 2024 President’s Cup
In Leo Gaucho’s career, Indonesia was not the first country he visited after leaving Brazil. Before playing for Borneo FC, Leo Gaucho played for several clubs in Latvia.
According to Leo Gaucho, the football atmosphere in Indonesia is very good and that makes him feel comfortable. This factor also made Leo Gaucho interested in defending the Indonesian national team.
“Football needs this. Not only in Indonesia, but in other countries because it is very good here. It is very positive for football here, I really like it. I want to improve every day and every moment,” said Leo Gaucho.
“If you have the possibility to play in the Indonesian national team, why not? I like it and it is a great opportunity,” continued the former Valmiera player.
Source: YouTube Transfermarkt Indonesia
