In an interview with the official You Tube channel of Serie A, Inter defender Milan Skriniar has spoken on a number of Inter related topics and started by recalling his arrival at the club from Sampdoria back in the Summer of 2017.
“I didn’t have to think twice before saying yes to Inter, I immediately said that I wanted to sign and I immediately decided to come here because I liked the idea of playing for Inter,” he began the interview.
“There are a lot of positive things, training every day in Appiano Gentile where there is a beautiful training centre, playing at the Meazza, in front of such a large crowd. The fans are perhaps the best thing about playing for Inter.”
The Slovakian national team defender then spoke on what it meant to him to be able to wear the captain’s armband for the first time earlier on this season.
“It was very exciting to wear the armband against Udinese, I was proud to be captain of this team, it was a real responsibility. Wearing the armband does not change the way you play. I always try to do my best and give everything, which is the most important thing.”
Next he spoke on current club captain and number one goalkeeper Samir Handanovic.
“In my opinion, Samir Handanovic is the most professional in this team, not only on the field but also off it. Watching the matches he studies his opponents, this is another reason that makes him a great professional, as well as being a great person and a great captain.”
Skriniar then went on to discuss his relationship with his teammates and which defender he believes he partners up best with.
“We are a really nice group because we spend a lot of time together even when we play, but if I had to indicate a partner with whom I am better I say Alessandro Bastoni.”
Next Skriniar spoke on some of the changes that Inter manager Antonio Conte has implemented since becoming manager this past Summer.
“There have been many changes since his arrival. I have always played in a four-man defence and I was not used to playing in any other system. He has explained how to do it though. We are working hard to improve in every aspect and we will continue to do it.”
He then spoke on the praise he has received throughout his career and what it has been luck being unable to be with family and friends all the time.
“I am very happy with the appreciation received, of course you have to work hard every day, but also have luck on your side but the most important thing is the job. Staying away from family and friends is not easy every day, but it’s part of the game if you want to become a professional. ”