Clinton, you were out for a long time because of your injury. How difficult was that time on the road to recovery?
Clinton Mola: “It obviously wasn’t an easy time. I got great support from so many people, though – from the sporting management, the coaching staff and the physios at VfB, and from lots of other people. Most importantly, I was given all the time to be able to get back on the pitch fully fit, and when that happened, it was an amazing feeling.”
What about your personal goals, given that you’ve been sidelined for so long?
Mola: “First and foremost, it’s crucial that I stay fit. I almost managed to get my first Bundesliga minutes last season. I want to use pre-season to get better, get into a good rhythm and, of course, get as much playing time as possible in the Bundesliga this season.”
You’ve been at VfB since January 2020. Despite the coronavirus pandemic, have you been able to settle in well in Stuttgart?
Mola: “Yes, I really like it here. Stuttgart is a nice city, which has plenty to offer and certainly even more when things hopefully get back to normal again.”