Arsenal
AC Milan’s newest signing Pietro Terracciano has revealed that he simply couldn’t say no when the chance arose to make the transfer.
With Marco Sportiello having returned to Atalanta, Milan moved shortly to herald a substitute within the type of Terracciano, one other veteran with over a decade of expertise to his title in Italian soccer.
The 35-year-old joins from Fiorentina on what’s believed to be a free switch. He might have solely performed a couple of instances final season however – earlier than the arrival of David De Gea – Terracciano was the established starter for La Viola.
Now, he arrives to be a back-up as soon as once more, however his expertise can actually assist cross on knowledge to the numerous younger goalkeepers on the membership. Terracciano gave his first official interview to Milan TV shortly after becoming a member of and he shed some mild on his feelings after sealing the swap.
What was your response when Milan referred to as?
“All of it occurred in a short time; we have been in a position to finalise the deal in only a few days. My preliminary emotions have been one among happiness, as a result of when such a wonderful membership calls you, you simply must say sure. It was straightforward for me to just accept AC Milan’s supply, and I’m actually pleased and proud.”
What’s your quick focus?
“To begin with, attending to know my new teammates and the complete workers. I can’t wait to get began. Seeing my jersey has a sure impact, it makes me consider all of the sacrifices I’ve made through the years, and so I’m actually proud.”
What are your ambitions?
“Milan should have already got ambition inside itself. Once you signify such a giant membership, you may’t assist however have ambition. I hope to combine instantly and be capable of assist out on the pitch and within the dressing room.”
You’ll be working with Mike Maignan…
“It’s an awesome pleasure. He’s a unbelievable goalkeeper. I’ve performed towards him a couple of instances, and each time Milan gained, thanks partially to his saves. It’ll be an enormous pleasure to see him, and I’m curious to get to know him. I can’t wait to get began.”
How do you strategy your every day work?
“I’m somebody who at all times works very laborious, very centered. I’m a really cool and calm individual by nature, so I attempt to carry this calmness into coaching and matches.”
Have you ever already thought of enjoying at San Siro?
“It undoubtedly has an influence simply occupied with it. I performed towards AC Milan at San Siro and it’s at all times an awesome feeling. It will likely be even higher to play with the followers by my facet.”
Lastly, a message to the followers…
“I’ll give the whole lot for this shirt. I hope, and my teammates actually hope so too, that I could make them happy with us. We’d like them.”
