“I would have given the Ballon d’Or to Vinicius, but Rodri deserves it for what he has done for 3, 4 seasons now with the Manchester City shirt.” Talk like this Youssouf Fofanamidfielder of Milana La Gazzetta dello Sportpraising the Spanish director anyway: “He’s complete, he defends, he scores goals and assists. When he plays, the team doesn’t lose. However, everyone would have been happier if Rodri had won it last year, and Vinicius this year.”
In these first games played in Serie A, did you notice any interesting players?
“I really liked two or three Parma boys.”
Is the Champions League victory at the Bernabeu against Real Madrid stimulating above all for the championship?
“It was a good victory against an absolutely prestigious club, it’s pleasing, it gives confidence, but three points remain. We are Milan and we want to go as far as possible in every competition.”
How was your first derby played in the Rossoneri shirt?
“Maignan and Theo Hernandez had really talked to me about it a lot, I couldn’t wait to be there. And after what happened in the first leg I can’t wait to be on the pitch to play the second leg.”
Is there a perfect transition for you?
“Of course, when the ball arrives at the right time, at the right speed on the right foot of your teammate, making his job easier.”