Lorenzo Pellegrini has made it clear that he wants to continue with his beloved Roma, despite rumours linking him to a move away from the Stadio Olimpico in recent weeks. “This is 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 for 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 is a gesture to say that for me it is a special club, it is my home,” said Pellegrini.
He continued: “There will never be a day when Pellegrini gives less to Roma, that’s how it is. Regardless of what is said about me or my teammates, those who know us know that we come to Trigoria to do well with Roma. .
“Whether playing, beginning on the bench, the commitment is at the maximum, because it is a very special jersey. ”
Asked how it feels to have scored a decisive goal in the derby match against Lazio, Pellegrini added: “Good, even though I had been fine for a few weeks before.
“In that sense, there was maybe a little too much talk about my mood. It was normal that I was feeling a bi angry, things weren’t going well for us. And I spoke about this with the coach. He knows me well, we’re similar in some ways and that means he understands me.
“He is exceptional. He gave me, the team and the people the peace of mind we needed.
Elaborating on his relationship with Ranieri, Pellegrini added: “We’ve had an intelligent relationship, one of those in which there’s not much to say. For example, the remarkable verbal exchange against Lazio lasted about two minutes. Then we kissed.
“It’s a feeling. I love him, I respect him as a user even more than as a trainer. He put everything back in order. It is normal that you experience some difficulties, but now everything is fine with him.
This article was first published on Football Italia and has been published with permission.
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