Mata said he was not afraid to take the challenge of leading Valencia

"The goal of each player is to improve and take on challenges, so I'm not afraid (to be the emblem of Valencia). With 22 years and three in the club, I think I've played many games and have had some importance, so I'm not afraid at all, only motivates me, "said Kill the Valencia website.

Regarding that Valencia has decided to keep him in their ranks, the home player Burgos Alonso has indicated that he is positive that the club is happy with his performance because it is always "good to feel wanted."

Regarding the title of World Champion with the Spanish succeeded last Sunday in South Africa, Mata has ensured that since the end of the final moments began to live "indescribable."

"Since we receive the Cup, to the triumphal dinner in Madrid and have been moments that have to live them to express it. The best that can be in the world of football is to win a World Cup. I am privileged to live" he explained.

Also, the player of Valencia has expressed surprise at the progression that has seen his career in three years, which has been consolidated in the Valencia and the Spanish election, in which she has won a European Championship and the World Cup.

"If I come to say a few years ago would be able to play as many games in Valencia, which debuted with the national team and with 22 years would be one of the 23 privileged to win a World Cup would not have believed," said.

Now, Juan Mata start a vacation outside Spain with the aim of "off a bit" and try to recover from "all the madness" to prepare for spring training with Valencia.