Davide San-toon speaks to nufcTV
Posted on August 31st, 2011 | 10 Comments |
Personal bias aside, the 20 year old utility man gave his very first interview to nufcTV and discussed a few things. An interesting note is that, like many of the new lads through the door, he barely speaks a word of English so perhaps communication could be a problem on our back line?
As always, Rob Scanlon conducted the interview with the new lad and as always, I’m here to give you a taste of what was said.
RS: Davide, welcome to Newcastle United what made you decide to move to England, and why this club in particular?
DS: I came here because it’s always been my dream to play in the Premier League. And to play for Newcastle is even better – to play for such a historical club and such a great club.
RS: Was it a difficult decision leaving the country of your birth?
DS: It’s never easy to leave any country, never mind Italy. It was a difficult decision, but I’ve only been here a short while and I feel comfortable. There are some good people here, it’s a beautiful place, therefore I am very, very happy.
RS: What would you like to achieve here at the club?
DS: Without a doubt, I’ve come here to do well and I’ve come here because with this team, I want to win something important.
RS: You joined Inter at age 14 and played a number of games for them. What have been the highlights of your time there?
DS: Being at Inter was a fantastic experience because it allowed me to grow. It helped me at many things because I left home at 14 years old; it was difficult, but I succeeded! At 18 I played quite a few games and I also played for the national team, and for that I have to thank President Moratti but now I’m here and I’m beginning a new life.
RS: You marked Christiano Ronaldo on your Champions League debut and he said afterwards that you looked like a great player. So it doesn’t look like a big ocassion worries you?
DS: It’s always an honour for a player like him to compliment me! Before playing against him, the only time I’ve played against him was on the Playstation! So you understand it was a strange thing but that game was fantastic, I’ve got fond memories of it. On the return match at Old Trafford, he gave me his shirt so it was a beautiful thing.
RS: Jose Mourinho is another man who praised you highly; what did you learn from him as a manager?
DS: He’s another person I should say “thank you” to! He had a lot of trust in me and he allowed me to play at age 18 in the first team and through him I achieved successes therefore I need to thank him from my heart and I always gave him my best on the field.
RS: Mourinho said you could be the next Paolo Maldini, do you agree?
DS: Yes, of course – I agree 100 percent!
RS: You’ve played a number of positions so far, you started your career in midfield – what position do you feel most comfortable playing?
DS: I can play many different positions – whether it’s in midfield or defence. My first instinct is to attack, but I can play in whichever position – right, left, midfield etc.
RS: Having achieved 7 caps for Italy, how many caps would you like to achieve in your career?
DS: Lots! I’m not going to say how many but I want to play in many matches for the national team.
RS: Do you think you’re more likely to get more appearances for Italy with this move?
DS: Certainly! Prandelli always said: “Davide, I’ve got faith in you; if you are playing in the first team then you will play for the national team.”
RS: Just away from football – what do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
DS: I just like to stay at home and relax! I like playing on my Playstation and then as soon as I get used to my surroundings, let’s see here what this city can offer me!
RS: Any nicknames we should know of?
DS: No– Oh! Mourinho called me “Baby”!
RS: And finally, are you keen to learn English and will you be taking lessons?
DS: Yes, I’m looking to learn English as quickly as possible. Also, it’s always been a dream of mine to learn English.
RS: Thank you for your time and we hope you do well here!
DS: Thank you to you! I’m really happy to be here!
An attacking left back? I feel a tad moist!
Howay the Lads!
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Davide santon looks amazing but I think we should look to Spain and buy someone like negredo or kone