Maxime Sivis, the 28-year-old French defender, has bid a final farewell to Dinamo București, the club where he spent two memorable years. Sivis played his last game for the team in a 1-0 defeat against Petrolul Ploiești, a match he chose to participate in before his transfer to Orenburg in Russia, where he will be paid a reported €750,000.
A Lasting Legacy
Despite the bitter taste of defeat, Sivis has chosen to focus on the positive aspects of his time at Dinamo. “The final game was difficult for me, as I tried not to let my emotions get the better of me,” he explained. “I would have preferred to leave Dinamo with a win, but unfortunately, we lost. I will only keep the positive things.”
Sivis’ decision to play in the final match was not taken lightly, as he had a medical appointment scheduled with his new club just two days later. However, his desire to leave Dinamo on a high note proved stronger than the risk of injury. “I discussed this with coach Nuno Campos, and we decided that I would play,” he said. “It was a risk I took, but I wanted to leave a good impression of myself at Dinamo. I had a great relationship with the club, and I felt it was my duty to help the team until the end.”
The Road to Orenburg
Sivis’ transfer to Orenburg marks a new chapter in his career, one that he is eager to embark upon. The French defender has spoken about his excitement to explore a new league and challenge himself in a foreign environment. “I talked to a French player who was at Orenburg last season, and I’m looking forward to discovering a new championship,” he said. “Before Dinamo, I had never left France, so I was a bit nervous about leaving my country. But now I’ve made the step, and I’m confident that Dinamo has been a great opportunity for me to discover the world of football beyond France.”
A Bittersweet Farewell
As Sivis prepares to leave Dinamo behind, he reflected on the highlights of his time at the club. Among the many fond memories, the victory over FCSB stands out as a particularly special moment. “I have many beautiful memories of my time at Dinamo, and I would say that the victory against FCSB was one of the most significant,” he said. “That match was a turning point for us, and it brought us together as a team. Even with the fans, we created something special.”
Sivis’ departure from Dinamo may seem like the end of an era, but the French defender is adamant that it is not a definitive goodbye. “Today is not a page that is closing, I don’t think it’s the end of the story between me and Dinamo!” he exclaimed.
As Sivis embarks on a new adventure in Russia, he leaves behind a lasting legacy at Dinamo București, a club that will always hold a special place in his heart.