Pepelu is excited to be playing for Valencia coach Ruben Baraja.

The former Levante midfielder has caused controversy over his decision to move to VCF.

But he says: "The dressing room is amazing. From the first day I arrived they welcomed me wonderfully. The team and the day to day atmosphere is very positive. Jaume Domenech told me that he had saved a place for me and the captains received me spectacularly.

"In general, all my teammates have been there for whatever I need and that is very important for new people who arrive here. The VCF DNA is present in the homegrown players and if there is a moment that is not so good, we know that we are going to cover each other's back. Corona also gave me his confidence from the beginning.

"I have talked a lot with Baraja, who has been very close to me. Baraja was transparent with me and he tells me to be myself. Regarding my position on the field of play, I am available to play wherever the coach puts me. I can play as a number 6 or as a number 8.

"I can give balance to the team and I consider myself a complete player in those aspects. Hopefully I can help in other facets because the team comes first."