Brahim Diaz, on the eve of the Champions League final with Real Madrid against Borussia Dortmund, gave an interview to Repubblica where he also talked about his past at Milan.
Here are Brahim Diaz's words:
On his three seasons at Milan:
"I have very pleasant memories: for the Scudetto, the goals, the assists, and for the atmosphere at Milanello, with teammates-friends and with Pioli, to whom I owe a lot. In Italian football, you can feel the passion, the people are football lovers. Serie A is growing: it’s already among the best leagues in the world, it can still take another step forward."
If he is surprised that Paolo Maldini is no longer at Milan:
"Yes, it was him. It’s not my place to say, but if you ask me if I was surprised by his departure, my answer is yes."
On his number 10 jersey, now worn by Rafael Leao, Brahim Diaz said:
"My great friend Rafa. I liked the song for Kaká. Leao is also incredibly strong: he's on a different level, the number 10 has an excellent owner."
On his feeling with the Champions League, which started at City when he was 18:
"The music, the atmosphere: everything is special in this tournament. I’m happy to already have 28 appearances in this competition, between Real, Milan, and City. But I am one step away from my first trophy..."
