Claudio Ranieri spoke in the pre-match press conference ahead of Roma-Empoli. The Giallorossi's coach talked about his feelings: "It’s always a wonderful feeling. I carry on doing this job for emotions like this. Coming back to Rome is always something special, for us Romans and particularly for fans of the club. I feel great and we have big ambitions. I know it’s a tough moment for the club but I’m ready to fight."
On the Roma's fans: "These lads are struggling, and they want the appreciation of the supporters. I cannot take this team to the Champions League on my own, with the help of the fans alone I’ll feel more confident. I know that with the Roma fans behind you, pushing you on, anything can happen. Since I’m a Roma fan, I’m asking for my own help too."
About the players: “Florenzi is an all-rounder, who can play in attack or defence. It depends on the game. He just needs to recover – I know what he’s going through. For a Roma fan, each error weighs that much more upon you. He needs to bring out that Roman nature from within – chest puffed out. There are lots more games to play and I have big expectations of him. Zaniolo’s role is central but I may need some of the central midfielders to make sacrifices, but that’s something I’ll sort out by talking directly to the players. Dzeko and Schick need to play together. Schick showed real grit and desire when he came on against Porto. He’s got great quality – he’s strong, pacey and technical. He’s almost getting into his stride and the Roma fans could really grow to love him.”
About his contract: "What I see is myself here with you and on the bench tomorrow night. I’m used to taking things step by step. I would never have taken a job at another club under these circumstances but when Roma call, my answer is yes.”
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Source: legaseriea.it