It took midfielder Serhiy Rybalka six years to become FC Dynamo Kyiv first team regular.

Before 2014/15 season he made only three appearances for the main squad, but everything changed when Serhiy Rebrov took charge of the team. This year Rybalka was the key performer in tactical formations of our club.

- Did you want to return to Dynamo featuring in Czech Republic?

- At that time I realized that they didn’t count on me in Dynamo, so I wanted to find a team not to feature on loan all the time. There were some offers from Western Europe, but fortunately Serhiy Rebrov became Dynamo head coach. Thus I returned to Kyiv.

- What should you still work on?

- Being a supporting midfielder one must minimize possible risks. I should also focus on straight passes forward and shots on goal.

- What was Dynamo most difficult game of the season?

- Those were two matches against Fiorentina. I can also recall away game against Guingamp when we lacked two players in the second half. Still in the second leg we gained revenge.

- In winter you signed new four-year contract with Dynamo. Did the trust of head coach inspire you?

- My previous contract was still valid, but when they offered me to prolong it I agreed at once. I guess I can sign even life contract with Dynamo (smiling). I don’t want to leave as I have game practice on top level and trust of coaching staff.

Read the full version of interview with Serhiy Rybalka in Dynamo Kyiv magazine new issue

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