In a statement after the signing ceremony, Bernard expressed happiness at joining Sharjah, expecting to spend good competitive times. He also confirmed his quick compatibility with the lifestyle in the UAE. He described the presence of a number of Brazilian players in the club as something that helped him to adapt quickly.
He described his move to the king as a new challenge and said, "I love challenges, and I have gone through many experiences and challenges, and my presence now in Sharjah Club and in the Arab Gulf League is a new challenge for me, and now it's time to go back to work and join my fellow players to prepare for the new season."
Duarte thanked the Sharjah fans for their interest and follow-up on his transfer and said, “Recently, I received many inquiries through my accounts on social media platforms from the Sharjah fans about the authenticity of the news of my transfer and the progress of the negotiations. I look forward to achieving their aspirations and I would like to personally thank everyone who sought to communicate with me and wanted me to attend Sharjah, and I will strive with my fellow players not to disappoint them.”