Lorenzo Pellegrini has made it clear that he needs to continue with his beloved Roma, despite rumors linking him with a move away from the Stadio Olimpico in recent weeks. “It’s a special club, it’s my home,” the Giallorossi captain told La Gazzetta dello Sport.
The Italian foreigner gave an in-depth interview to La Gazzetta dello Sport, published on Saturday, in which he spoke about his preference to remain at Roma, his relationship with Claudio Ranieri and his performance in the derby against Lazio last week.
After netting what was his third career goal against Lazio during last week’s 2-0 Derby della Capitale victory, Pellergini was asked about his celebration. He was seen beating his chest and pointing to the club crest for a long time after his goal went in.
“It’s a gesture to say that for me this is a special club, this is my home,” Pellegrini said.
He continued: “There will never be a day in which Pellegrini gives any less for Roma, it’s just like that. Regardless of what’s being said about me or my teammates, those who know us know that we come to Trigoria to do good for Roma.
“Whether it’s playing, starting on the bench, the commitment is to the maximum, because it’s a very special shirt. ”
Asked how he felt about scoring a decisive goal in the derby against Lazio, Pellegrini added: “Well, I was good a few weeks before.
“In that sense, maybe we talked too much about my state of mind. It’s general that I feel angry, we’re not doing well. And I talked about it with the coach. He knows me well, we are similar in some tactics and that means he understands me.
“He’s been exceptional. He’s given me, the team and the city the calmness we needed.”
Elaborating on his relationship with Ranieri, Pellegrini added: “We have had an intelligent relationship, one of those in which there is not much to say. For example, the remarkable verbal exchange in front of Lazio lasted about two minutes. Then we kissed.
“It’s a feeling. I love him, I respect him as a person even more than as a coach. He has put everything back in order. It’s normal that you come across a few difficulties, but everything seems right with him in charge now.”
This article first appeared on Football Italia and was syndicated with permission.
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