Fikayo Tomori is presented today in a press conference to the media. Here are his statements:
What do you think of your first days with AC Milan?
"I am very happy to be here. We are in a positive moment, I want to give all my contribution. I will give everything on the pitch with great desire and determination."
In the derby, in addition to you, there were many former Premier League players on the pitch
"Even in the Premier League, matches are played with great aggression. Derbies are always very intense matches."
On the choice of Milan:
"Many great defenders have played at Milan such as Maldini, Nesta and Baresi. I want to be part of the history of Milan, since the first day I have breathed in the tradition of this club. I am convinced that I made the right decision to come here, I want to participate in the AC Milan successes."
Do you believe in the Scudetto?
"We are currently first in the league table and therefore we must believe in winning the championship title. It would be a great achievement. We should not be afraid of talking about the Scudetto"
What did Maldini tell you to convince you to accept Milan's offer?
"Maldini was one of the greatest defenders ever. He surprised me when he called me, but I didn't think long before I said yes."
What can you tell us about Lampard?
"He was my mentor, I had a wonderful time with him I've always been with him since I was a child. Now, however, I'm at Milan and I'm focused only on the Rossoneri."
How was it to change teams and even countries?
"They came here to Italy but despite the language barrier they all helped me a lot to communicate with the coach, it was an easy adaptation. Then I always wanted to have a new experience, being here in Milan and in Italy is the best place to grow as a person and as a footballer."
What are the differences between English and Italian football?
"There are differences on a technical-tactical level. The English one is more aggressive and physical, but here I have to be more attentive to tactics. However, I am also here to improve. I am ready to listen to all the advice that Maldini, the coach and the comrades give me."
Compared to the past, more English players are leaving the Premier League to go to other leagues
"It's a positive thing. Even in England people are beginning to think that there is not only the Premier. Before, the British were not very inclined to go abroad, while it can be important to gain experience abroad."
"It was a great feeling to train with great players like Ibra and Mandzukic. With them I can learn a lot, I'm also ready to learn from their personality. I want to improve and learn a lot from these great players."
On the fact that AC Milan was founded by Herbert Kilpin who is from Nottingham:
"I didn't know that AC Milan was founded by a guy from Nottingham. I had no idea (laughs). That is a really nice fact. It is motivating and I want to convince the coach so he can put his faith in me."
Chelsea fans have not taken your transfer well. What relationship have you created with them?
"I was happy with these expressions of affection, I have always given everything on the pitch. Now at Milan too I want to do well and make my contribution to Milan's successes."
What did Thiago Silva tell you before coming to Milan?
"I spoke with him but also with other players who have played in Italy such as Jorginho, Emerson and Kovacic. Thiago reassured me, he said wonderful things. The others also told me positive things about Serie A and Milan."
What was it like playing with Romagnoli?
"Playing with Romagnoli was great, I hope we can play many games together. I don't speak Italian yet, so communication is not easy, but we hope to do great things."
Who will Milan be playing with for the Scudetto?
"We want to win the Scudetto, we must not be afraid of anyone. We must think only of us, have a positive attitude and always seek victory. There are many teams that aspire to the Scudetto, but we must focus only on ourselves to achieve great results."
What is your favorite position in the center of defense?
"For me, playing center-right or center-left doesn't change much, I play where it is needed and where the coach tells me."
