Peirre Kalulu was interviewed by Sky Sport about his season so far with AC Milan. Here are his statements:
"Honestly, I know I'm an ambitious guy, so I always want to play. Then if you ask me if I expected to play so much right away, it must be said that there were injuries and I was able to take the opportunities I had. I prepare myself to always to be ready to play."
On the dream of becoming a footballer:
"For me it's always been a dream to be a footballer. Plus, playing in a club like Milan is really the realisation of this dream. From an early age, I dreamt of doing this job. I felt very proud from the start, it was my first contract as a professional and it was a great emotion. Milan is a historic club, it's normal to be proud to wear this shirt."
On the absences:
"It is true that we have been hit by many absences, important players have been missing. But all the players in training give their maximum for the team. Therefore when someone is missing because they are injured or suspended, we know that whoever replaces them will be ready to give everything."
"Obviously we dream of finishing first, winning the championship but we know that the road will be long. There is still a lot of work to be done and there are many matches to win to reach our dream."
On his debut:
"On the eve of the match in Prague the coach asked me if I had ever played central, I said yes and it went well. With Parma, on the other hand, it was a bit of a surprise, but we had to get into the game immediately and I think I succeeded. Honestly, there was no time to feel a lot of emotion, it was all so fast."
On Romagnoli:
"We understand each other well on the pitch, he advises me which position to hold, but I feel good with the other defenders too. Similarities with Desailly? A comparison that flatters me a lot. I think there are similar aspects, but I don't think we are the same. Everyone has their unique features."
On Pioli:
"The coach gives me confidence and puts me at ease, I always learn many things from him and his staff. I like him a lot because they give me freedom and let me play as I know how."
On Ibrahimovic:
"Of course we listen to him, when a player with his achievements speaks, it's normal to listen. I try to follow what he says, his advice is important."
On the game against Cagliari:
"It's an important game, but all of them are. We will be well-prepared to win it."
