Nicolò Zaniolo discussed his injuries, the departure from Inter and his future in an interview to Gazzetta dello Sport. He stated about the two ACL tears: “The first one was completely unexpected, I was shocked when it happened, it was a major blow because I was in great shape, but then I learnt that injuries are part of the game. The second one was terrible, I cried in bed for a week, without talking to anybody and eating very little.”
On leaving Inter in 2018: “They needed players that were ready and I was not at that time, but I thank them because they sold me to a nice club like Roma. Playing in this city and in front of these fans is fantastic.”
About his bad boy rep: “I have made some mistakes, but it was just tardiness to the practices. They are not severe issues, but they must be avoided. I see that I messed things up, both Luigi Di Biagio and Gianluca Mancini got mad in those instances. I know now how I have to behave, I have improved.”
On his return: “I think in April at the latest, surely in time for the European Championship. It has always been my goal to be present in that tournament, but I will not rush the process. I will resume playing only once both legs will have the same strength.”
On his future: “I feel great at Roma, I am part of a great squad and of an important team. There is no reason for me to leave.”