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10 years of FIFSome are kids who won't see a minute of Serie A football
Then you have Berni and Padelli...
Candreva lol but Conte likes him, epic lol
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N9 lol so done
Perisic seems to be in trouble too
Shinocchio doing yardwork back at Appiano
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Lautaro and Asamoah on vacation
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"I BELIEVE IN CONTE, JUVE WON'T GET AWAY."
The first interview as an Interista, Nicolo Barella spent a few minutes with us (Corriere dello Sport) yesterday, just hours away before the Italian derby against Juventus, a match that he will learn to live with passion, especially for someone like him who always puts 100% of himself on the pitch. On a sofa at the hotel where the team is currently staying, very short distance away from Suning headquarters, the Sardinian did not hide the connection with the city that he left to pursuit his ambition but he also looked forward to the future. He told us that he rejected Napoli and Roma offers because Inter were always his first choice. Nicolo also emphasized that with a coach like Conte on the bench, Inter can finally aim to win this season.
Barella, what were your feelings on Saturday when you made Inter debut?
“Certainly, it was a very nice feeling. This club wanted me strongly and I wanted Inter in the same way. I had waited for that moment for a very long time and finally it arrived.”
How are you feelings after the first few weeks of preseason?
“Preparation is very difficult. I admit, it was difficult to keep up with Conte’s pace at first.”
Have these been the most difficult training sessions in your career?
“Together with those of Zeman. Here, you run with and without the ball. And the general pace and rhythm are always high.”
Talk a little bit about Conte’s methodology. What is that like?
“He is maniacal in everything. He’s someone that never leaves anything to chance.”
What did Conte say to you in your phone conversations to convince you to join Inter?
“Nothing in particular but thanks to those calls that I felt important. Knowing that one of the best coaches in the world appreciates and wants you is very gratifying.”
In January, you said no to Napoli. They were second in the standings and found an agreement with Giulini.
“I just had a very specific plan with Cagliari, namely that I would stay until June and then we would establish together on what to do next. I knew Napoli were interested in me but I never thought about changing shirts during the winter window.”
How could you not change your mind facing a huge economic offer from De Laurentiis?
“Simple, I never think about money in my career. I always put ambition first, on par with the good of myself and my family. And then money.”
Then a few weeks ago Roma came forward and reached agreement with Cagliari for your transfer. The result was exactly the same as six months ago with Napoli. Why?
“There was negotiation between Cagliari and Roma and president Giulini said that there was agreement with the Giallorossi. But I told him clearly that if you cannot find agreement with Inter then I would like to stay in Cagliari. I wouldn’t mind staying. I was very calm and in no hurry. Fortunately, Inter and Roma signed the agreement.”
Do you remember when you made the decision that you wanted to leave Cagliari?
“I never said that ‘I want to leave at all costs’ but when I received an offer from Inter, I thought it was the right one. I am ambitious and I cannot miss such opportunity.”
Was that you saying “goodbye” to Cagliari or was it just a “see you later”?
“I don’t know. In football and in life, everything can happen. I will leave all doors open.”
After signing with Inter, how was the meeting in Giulini’s office where you said goodbye?
“It was a bit strange because I am from Cagliari and for five years he was my president. But on that evening, both of us were very happy. We wished each other the best of luck and I hope that for this upcoming season, my former team can reach their objectives.”
Is Rog the right player to replace you?
“I’ve played against him 2-3 times and I like him a lot. I think that he can do well but making evaluation belongs to the club.”
Have you ever thought about the first time playing in Cagliari as a former player? Do you expect applause or whistles?
“For me, that game will be very strange. I know that part of the fans did not take my departure well but I will never be against my people even in case of whistles. I will understand and accept everything.”
If you could explain to those who were disappointed by your choice, what words would you use?
“Well, I always gave my all to Cagliari because I love that club, but I am a professional. Now, I will do the same for Inter.”
Even if you no longer live in Cagliari, will the bond with Sardinia remain strong?
“I can say that loudly yes. Being islanders and isolated, we Sardinians have an iron bond with our land. I love my people and I’m sorry that some did not understand my life decision.”
What were the most beautiful messages you received after going to Inter?
“There were many but there were also some messages that I expected but did not come. From those I will not say. The most beautiful ones are from Conti, Deiola and Ceppitelli.”
If and when all the bonuses are activated, you could become the most expensive player in the history of Inter.
“In the past, you had players that were worth more than me proportionally, like for example Vieri of 20 years ago. For me, paying that kind of money to sign me is a great stimulus to always do better.”
What does it say about your career now that you are here at Inter?
“I think I did very well at the Rossoblu to win a spot in the national team, it was such an honor. Now, a new chapter in my sporting life begins: Inter convinced me with a serious and ambitious project. I too am ambitious. The Nerazzurri were always my first choice, this is the ideal club for me to work and improve.”
You said that you are ambitious. What kind of objective do you have?
“Conte is a winner and everyone wants to win here. Logically, we want to do better than last season but when we have a coach like him, the objective is to win.”
Juventus remain Scudetto favorite.
“It’s a great team and they are an important organization. But they will not have an easy time because they have a new coach who will bring new ideas compared to the past. We will keep up with them.”
Do you like the project that Inter have to become more Italian?
“This is the choice of the club and so it’s not for me to say. But the more Italian this team is, the better. Stefano and I just got here, but there are also Politano, Gagliardini, Ranocchia, D’Ambrosio. They have given me a nice hand to settle well here.”
When there is no Brozovic, the Inter midfield could be that of the Italian national team with Gagliardini, Sensi and Barella?
“Yes, that could happen even though there are also Verratti and Jorginho. The three of us have known each other for a long time and we are well together. But Brozo is important for the team and his absence would be dearly missed.”
Your idol is Stankovic. Why?
“Because I have always tried to play like him in the way that on the pitch there is no such thing as friendly and you always go hard, without saving yourselves. Stankovic then added to these values a great shot from outside the box, something I always envy.”
Is it true that there are many Interisti in your family?
“It’s something that has been highly discussed. Some of my cousins and uncles are Interisti but my father roots for Cagliari. But now he will also root for Inter and will continue following the Rossoblu.”
Why did you choose the number 24 shirt?
“I still don’t know if that will be my shirt number. I took it because it was the day that my first daughter, Rebecca, was born. The other, Lavinia, was born on the 18, the number that I had in Cagliari and the national team.”
Why did you have the number 18 in Sardinia?
“The president gave it to me and I was convinced that it would bring me good luck. I listened and luckily he wasn’t wrong.”
In these years in Serie A, you have learned on how to improve your abilities and to score more. What is the next step for you?
“To score even more goals because last year I only got one but I struck the posts five times. I was a bit unlucky. I hope that not only I can help Inter by doing a lot of running but also my goals.”
You arrived at Inter in the summer that Nainggolan is now not in the club’s project.
“With Radja, we share the same agent but he is also my friend. We are from the same city because he adapted Cagliari to be his own. And we often visit it. I love him.”
How important is the Italian national team shirt for your maturation?
“It’s very important and it’s an honor for me. I am happy for the trust that Mancini has given me, allowing me to play next to Jorginho and Verrati. Both of them help me tremendously to get better, to be ready for Inter. Playing next to two champions makes me understand how to play at high level.”
You played at home for the U-21 European Championship. What went wrong?
“The lack of qualification for the semifinals and therefore the Olympics was double regret because we could have done better. On the last day, we were not in charge of our own destiny and that at that point, it was normal for two teams to go through after a draw. Regardless of the elimination, there are great players in Italy.”
What is Barella off the pitch? Those who are around you know that you have passion for NBA and your dog Lebron?
“Why do you think I called him that? I am a Lebron fan and I’m crazy for him.”
Your other passion is tattoos?
“I have 10: the most important are the face of my wife, the first picture with my daughter. Then we have one with my parents and one for my dog. Now I will get one for my other daughter, Lavinia.”
Do you have place to tattoo a trophy?
“I have my whole body. The only football related tattoo that I have right now is the bicycle kick goal for Italy.”
Have you found a home in Milan?
“I’m still looking. By the way, if someone wants to help me…”
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When there is no Brozovic, the Inter midfield could be that of the Italian national team with Gagliardini, Sensi and Barella?
“Yes, that could happen even though there are also Verratti and Jorginho. The three of us have known each other for a long time and we are well together. But Brozo is important for the team and his absence would be dearly missed.”
Ok Google, Please tell Marotta to sign Jorginho and Veratti.
“Yes, that could happen even though there are also Verratti and Jorginho. The three of us have known each other for a long time and we are well together. But Brozo is important for the team and his absence would be dearly missed.”
Ok Google, Please tell Marotta to sign Jorginho and Veratti.
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Forum Supporter10 years of FIFThe kid has a lovable character, he is 100% in every match, every training, he idolizes Inter player, he wanted only Inter, he's down to earth. Let's just hope he stays that way and we might have a great player for many years to come.
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