Empoli, Ricci at CM: 'Studio Ronaldinho and dream of the Serie A. I wanted Fiorentina, but …' | First page

Face as a good boy and looking forward to the future: Samuele Ricci is a baby among the great: the Empoli director is the youngest player in the entire Serie B (5 appearances and starting debut in the last round). Also due to Cristian Bucchi, who at 18 and a month made him debut by putting him on the field in the last half hour against the Citadel. Ricci tells its story exclusively for Calciomercato.com between emotions, goals and market background.How are you experiencing the transition from the Primavera to the Serie B?
"It is a great thrill to train with players who have many years of experience behind them. Day after day I try to take positive things from them".

At 18 and one month you are the youngest in the league after debuting with the Cittadella. What emotion do you feel?
"It was an unexpected thing and at the same time fantastic to debut in front of so many people in such an important stadium. Now I hope to continue on this path".

What do you expect from this season?
"Being the first year among the great, it is a fundamental moment for my growth. I hope to find as much space as possible and that the team can take away the satisfactions it deserves".

Is it true that Fiorentina also wanted you?
"Yes. They also invited me to watch a match from the first team, but together with my team I decided to choose Empoli because they believe in young people very much and I considered that it was the right team for my growth. Moreover, this choice would have allowed me to stay in Pisa and be able to continue the school ".

Bucchi was recently dismissed. What relationship did you have with him?
"I will thank him forever, he was the first coach to give me confidence immediately and made me feel part of the group".

Which player do you have the most relationship with?
"Tommaso Fantacci, my countryman. We have made many trips together Pisa-Empoli up and down".

What do you do in your free time?
"I go off with football: I go out with friends or with the girl. This year I have my high school exam and when I can study, trying to always match football with the school".

Your idol?
"Even if he plays in a different role than mine, he is Ronaldinho. I still see his plays on Youtube today. He had a crazy technique."

Dream?
"I hope to arrive soon in Serie A and maybe wear the national team shirt".

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