The situation
Sergiño Dest’s was one of the hardest-working and most complicated exits of the FC Barcelona summer market. The transfer of the American winger to AC Milan did not materialize until the last day of the transfer window , despite the fact that several clubs, such as Chelsea, Manchester United or Villarreal, had valued the transfer throughout the summer. incorporation of the 21-year-old footballer. Finally it was the team of Stefano Pioli, current champion of Serie A, who ended up betting on the former Ajax player. Sergiño Dest has barely played two games with the Milan team so far this season, both as a substitute and in the Champions League, but the player who is still owned by Barça, at the press conference for his presentation, has made his intentions very clear looking to the future: stay in Milan. The Rossoneri have a purchase option of 20 million euros to stay with the American , and it will depend on his performance during the course that he will be on loan at the San Siro whether Milan ends up exercising it.
The details
Versatility: “I am a very versatile defender, a right back, but I can also play left back. Full back is my preferred position, but I also have more attacking characteristics in case I have to play a bit later. What I can do is give 100% so that Milan decides to stay with me”.
Importance of defenders in Italy: “I think here I can become a more complete player. Italy is famous for its excellent defenses, I will have to concentrate on improving my defensive skills and improving my potential. Changing teams and leagues is a great opportunity to grow.”
Atmosphere in the locker room: “I arrived very recently, there is a new team and a new squad. I get along with everyone and everyone has helped me. The good thing is to be part of a group, without being attached to anyone in particular”.
Milan: “I am integrating well. Everything has been very fast and we play every three days, so I have not had time to see and visit the city. Everyone in the team is very welcoming, it’s not easy to remember all the names, but the coach helps me.”