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Arnautovic: ‘I was more of a fan than a player at Inter 13 years ago’

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2 years ago

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Arnautovic: ‘I was more of a fan than a player at Inter 13 years ago’

Marko Arnautovic has given his first interview as a brand new Inter participant, explaining what has modified for him within the 13 years since he final turned out for the Nerazzurri.

On Wednesday night, Inter unveiled Arnautovic as a brand new participant, becoming a member of from Bologna on an preliminary mortgage cope with the choice to purchase, which turns into obligatory if sure situations are met.

Chatting with Inter’s inside membership media, the 34-year-old mentioned that he was delighted to tug on the Nerazzurri shirt once more at what’s a wholly totally different stage of his profession.

“I’m extraordinarily glad. For me, it’s an enormous honour to play for Inter once more,” Arnautovic mentioned after signing his contract at Inter’s headquarters.

“I began right here 13 years in the past, extra as a fan than a participant, however now I’m right here to assist the squad to win one thing.”

Arnautovic had been a part of the treble-winning squad below Jose Mourinho in 2009-10, as a 20-year-old on mortgage from FC Twente on the time.

When requested what had modified for the reason that final time he represented Inter, he replied: “Loads. I used to be a little bit of a hot-head 13 years in the past, I wasn’t concentrating as a lot on my soccer, however now it’s utterly totally different. I’ve a household and every part is totally calm.

“I’ve additionally grown in Italy as a personality. I hope that every part goes properly.”

When requested what traits he hopes to convey to Simone Inzaghi’s workforce, Arnautovic recommended: “I believe that my approach is one thing that sums me up, bodily I’m sturdy, however finally I got here right here to attain targets and that’s what I hope to do.”

Nonetheless, profitable trophies is the primary cause behind Arnautovic’s transfer from Bologna.

“I got here right here, as I’ve already mentioned, as a result of I wish to win one thing and right here at Inter, you must win one thing. I got here right here to carry a trophy. Once more, I’m actually glad.

“I can’t wait to step out onto the pitch and begin coaching with my teammates, and eventually to start the season on Saturday, hopefully beginning with a win.”