MADRID
Atletico Madrid's Turkish star Arda Turan was praised by his teammate Juanfran on Friday.
Playing his fourth season for the reigning Spanish La Liga champions, Arda Turan has shone with his steady performances this season.
Atletico Madrid right-back Juanfran told the Spanish press on Friday that "It is easy to get on well with him on the pitch because he is a very good player. If Arda plays well, Atletico play well too. I hope Arda will continue to delight us."
Emphasizing that he feels very good physically, the 29-year old Spanish footballer said, "I would like to develop myself more and more. I always aim to be better."
Regarded as integral to the team, 27-year old left winger Arda Turan played an important role in helping Atletico Madrid win the Spanish La Liga title last season.
The Turkish star has scored 21 goals and produced 30 assists in 146 appearances over his four seasons at Atletico Madrid.
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