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MATHIAS LØVIK: “AN HONOUR TO BE AT PARMA, I WANT TO SHOW MY ENERGY”

Collecchio, 15 May 2025 – Mathias Johan Fjørtoft vik gave his presentation press conference at the Mutti Training Center alongside Sporting Director Mauro Pederzoli.

 

Mauro Pederzoli began the conference: “Thank you for coming to Mathias Løvik’s conference. He is joining Parma on a permanent deal from Molde. He’s a player we know well; we’ve followed him closely and really wanted to bring him in. He’s young but already has a lot of experience, having played a lot in the Norwegian top flight. He's also played in all three European competitions: the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. He’s good technically, as well as being a great professional and person. We’re sure he will give the team a big hand. We’re pleased to have him here and present him to you now. I’m sure you’ll get to appreciate his work on the pitch.”

 

A DREAM COME TRUE

 “It’s an honour for me to be here. Parma are a big club with a lot of history. Wearing this shirt is a dream come true. I’m honoured to be able to defend these colours. Of course, I want to start learning Italian, which is such a beautiful language. I’m not sure how long it’ll take me to settle in but I’ll try to do so as quickly as possible. It’s an honour to play in such a storied league and for a club as big as Parma. I definitely want to give my all and win as many games as possible.”

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CANNAVARO, MY FIRST SHIRT

“If I had to pick a Parma defender, I’d definitely say Cannavaro. When I was a kid, I got two shirts as presents, the first two I ever got: the first was Cristiano Ronaldo, who is a big source of inspiration for my, and the other was Fabio Cannavaro – I know he played here. I admire him a lot and I hope I make him proud.”

 

OUR FANS ARE SPECIAL

“My first impressions from the Genoa were good, even though we didn’t get the result we wanted. But the atmosphere was amazing. I loved the way the fans supported the team. I’m looking forward to an amazing adventure.”

 

FULL-BACK THAT LIKES TO ATTACK

“In Norway, I usually played as a left wing-back in a 3-4-3. That’s my best position. I do like to attack as well, so I can also play further up the pitch. Pecchia has given me a slow introduction because he knows how difficult it can be to adapt. I’m clear on what he expects of me, both on and off the pitch. We’ve already begun, session by session, to look at tactics and work out were I best fit into the side.'

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I WANT TO BECOME A BIG PLAYER FOR PARMA AND MAKE HISTORY

“The season in Norway is different to here. It’s just been the winter break, so I’m feeling fresh and rested. The medical went well. I’ve got a lot of energy, definitely more than I had before the break for Christmas. I’m the first Norwegian in Parma history and I’m proud of that. I’d like to contribute to making history at this club. I remember some of the Parma greats, such as Buffon, Cannavaro, Thuram, and Crespo. I would also love to become a big player for Parma. Let’s see how it goes. Serie A is one of the Top-5 European leagues. The level of quality is really high. I’ve played in Europe before but I think that Serie A will be a nice challenge. I expect to have fun and improve so that I can become one of the best players in the league. I feel ready for Serie A and to help the team win. In terms of my strengths, I would say strength, agility and fluid running in attack and defence. I think I’m a modern footballer, who likes to dribble and can attack. I would like to make a good impression on the fans, maybe by putting on a bit of a show. I want to put my ability on display.”

 

MY FAMILY ARE PROUD THAT I’M HERE

“My parents are proud that I’m playing in Serie A. They did play but not at a high level. They did it for fun. Being big football fans, they knew about Parma and the great players who’ve been here. They’re proud that I’m here.”

 

RIISE AN INSPIRATION

“Everyone knows John Arne Riise. He played a lot of games in the Premier League and then was at Roma and Monaco. He was a top full-back and is a source of inspiration for me.”

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