“The first sensations are really goodI arrived directly at the retreat and met the guys and the staff, all very nice people. I’m ready to work”. This is how the new Sampdoria midfielder speaks Melle Meulensteen to the microphones of the club’s official website, focusing on the arrival in Italy and on the Dutch – Gullit and Seedorf above all – who have worn the Blucerchiati shirt in the past.
“I heard from my agent about the interest and it was all very quick.. – he reveals from the hotel in Jena as reported by the Ligurian website – I was thrilled when I heard about it and the greatness of the club pushed me to accept. And then the history, the support of the fans, the coach. I also like the Italian championship, it has always been a dream to play there. I will always give my all when I put on this shirt and step onto the pitch: I hope we can have a good season”
“When they heard about Sampdoria, many of my compatriots told me about the great players who have been there, the Dutch legends who have played here. Sampdoria is a very well-known club in England, the Netherlands and around the world.. The role? I’m a midfielder, I played all my youth in that role, but my first season as a professional was as a defender. Then I returned to midfield, but I’m happy to play where the team needs me”.