Almost 24 hours before the expiry of his contract, Danilo D’Ambrosio bids Inter Milan farewell. The veteran defender ends a memorable stint that lasted for more than nine years.
The 34-year-old joined the Nerazzurri in January 2014 after making a name for himself at Torino. But his time at the Giuseppe Meazza will end following once his contract expires tomorrow.
The former Italy international admits that he would have loved to end his career at the Nerazzurri, having been a lifelong supporter of the club.
Nevertheless, he understands that this dream wasn’t possible. But he remains grateful for his long adventure with the Beneamata.
“I would have liked to end my career in the team I’ve always supported. Now, I can finally say it,” posted D’Ambrosio on his Instagram account.
“But that wasn’t possible, unfortunately. Inter means family to me.
“A family like the one my wife and I chose and wanted to start in here, in the place where we grew up, loving this shirt and experiencing its joys and sorrows.
“A Family like the one consisting of all the members of Inter with whom we have worked day after day to take Inter back to where it belongs.”
Inter Milan Defender Danilo D’Ambrosio Bids Inter Milan Emotional Farewell After Nine Years Of Service
“It was a journey of love, passion, dedication, courage and humility. Always and only for the good of Inter!
“It was such an exciting journey for me and my family and I’m sure it will be a part of our life that we will carry forever in our hearts.
“Thanks to those who have always supported and appreciated me, to those who have changed their minds and to those who haven’t… because you have all contributed to my professional growth and made me a balanced man in evaluations.
“Milano is just us … and I only know that one day I will take my son to the stadium and I will tell him…’.
“I hug you all tightly, Danilo”.
