Rabiot: Leo is not young anymore, it would be a pity if he only stayed at the potential stage

October 8th Recently, Milan midfielder Rabiot accepted an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport. He talked about his goal and determination to return to Serie A.

When you put on the red and black jersey, you immediately become an important part of the team

"After five years at Juventus, it is not easy to play for Milan again. Those years in Turin were very important for my career and I cherish it very much. But I am also happy to return to Italy and Milan, a legendary club. There is also passion here and we have There is also great ambition."

How important is Allegre's call?

"I have always maintained a good relationship with Allegre. We have many similarities. I admire his character very much. We often talked on the phone and sent messages last season. Milan had already been in contact with me last summer, but in the end, they did not make the trip. I was contacted again, especially after the problems in Marseille and it was the right time for both of us. "

Have you discussed Milan with Maignan

"Yes, he said a lot of good things to me, and he was right. "

Is Allegri more determined now than when you were at Juventus?

"He has always been determined, he is a winner, always eager to win and full of passion. I like this very much because I am the same person. I don't think he is seeking revenge because he has won a lot of honors and is well respected in football. I think he just wanted to show that he can lead a team to victory and Milan chose him because they knew he could bring great achievements. "

Is giving up the Champions League a sacrifice for you?

"I have considered this issue. Last season, I went all out to help Marseille return to the Champions League, and I planned to continue competing in this competition. I could have joined another club that was competing in the Champions League, but Milan is a club with a great history and ambition. Allegri is building a three-year plan with the goal of returning to the Champions League as soon as possible and trying to achieve the best results in the league this season, which for me means fighting for the Serie A title and we have enough quality to do that. "

Does Allegri hope that you will bring the fighting spirit of Juventus to Milan?

"Allegri hopes that I can pass on my experience to the young people. Players, whether in training or in games, must go all out and always have the desire to win. Players like Maignan and Modric can also play the same role. "

Are you surprised by the 40-year-old Modric?

"I am not surprised by his commitment and professionalism, otherwise he would not be able to maintain such a high level at this age. But I am really surprised that he can still perform like this at the age of 40. He always gives his best in the game and is a real role model. "

Will you play until the age of 40 like Modric?

"He is an inspiration, but it also depends on many factors, such as physical condition and injuries. Modric is passionate about football and passion is everything Motivated, he is excited to continue training and competing at a high intensity. "

What does Leo need to really stand out

"I know everyone is talking about him, he has potential, but 26 is not young anymore. At this age, time waits for no one. It would be a shame if he only stays at the potential stage, I hope he realizes that he has the ability to compete with the best, but he may lack the will and enthusiasm of Modric. "

"Leo needs to ask himself where he wants to be, or if he is content with the status quo. For us, it would be a waste if he doesn't reach his full potential. Allegri is good at bringing out the best in players and I hope he has a positive influence on Leo too , maybe this is an opportunity for Leo. "

What do you think of Nkunku

" He is an excellent player with high efficiency in front of goal and excellent skills. He can penetrate deep into the opponent's hinterland and retreat. Allegri is very happy with him and he is an important weapon in our fight for the Serie A title. He came in a bit off form and needs some time to recover, but he's already shown some interesting stuff. "

"Our offensive line has diverse players: Pulisic, Leo, and S-Jimenez. Although many people criticize him, he always goes all out in training and games. He has the right attitude and just needs to push himself. Overall, Milan is a good team, maybe a little weak defensively Some, especially if injuries arise. "

Who will compete for the Serie A title

"There are usually a lot of teams, and it's a bit surprising to see Roma at the front. Naples is still the strongest. Inter Milan are also doing well in Europe and they have played together for a long time, which is an advantage for them. "

"Juventus has strength, but not as good as Naples or Inter Milan. They still need to find the chemical reaction to win the championship. We will work hard until the end and hope to win the Serie A title again, because the last time we won at Juventus we were not able to celebrate properly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This time I hope to be able to celebrate with the fans in the square. ”

Milan derby at San Siro

"I like big-time games and I can't wait to play this derby because it is crucial to the standings. This game is unique because of its history and intensity, and every player wants to experience it."

Has Ibrahimovic introduced Milan to you?

"We have met several times in Milan and he is very happy for me to come to Milan because he Knowing what I can bring, but he asked me why I didn't come last season. I'm happy to work with him again, as we did at PSG."

Does France seek revenge after the World Cup defeat?

"But we have the opportunity and quality to at least reach the level of the World Cup in Qatar.. We all aim to win the championship, and this team can dream of getting to the finals again, and adding another star on the jersey will be wonderful. ”

This is also the last year for Deschamps as the head coach of the national team: the relationship between you and him is the same as your relationship with Allegri? "I have known Deschamps for a long time. Although we don't meet many times, we have a good relationship. He relies on a group of trustworthy players, and he is also a winner who wants to end his term in a beautiful way and leave wonderful memories, and he conveys this willingness to us. "

Italy may miss the World Cup for the third time

" This is a pity for the enthusiasm of the World Cup, football and Italian fans. Although Italy is no longer the era of Piero and Buffon, they are not short of capable players. Maybe they are not stable enough on the coaching seat or have psychological problems. It was missed twice in a row, coupled with a bad start to the qualifiers, which made everything even more complicated. ”