Marten DeRoon, Roma midfielder, expressed great satisfaction after the 2-0 victory against Genoa, in an interview with DAZN. The player underlined how his knowledge of Gasperini's system is an advantage for the team, especially for the young players who have had the opportunity to play on the pitch. “The group immediately welcomed me as one of their own, it was fantastic and I'm really happy to be here,” said DeRoon, highlighting his desire to contribute to the team's success.
In the context of the season, Roma presents itself as one of Inter's main rivals. DeRoon reiterated that, although many speak of "anti-Inter", the team is focusing on its path. The recent victories against Como and Genoa, according to the midfielder, demonstrate constant growth and give confidence to the group. He also acknowledged a drop in performance in the Champions League during the finals but said today's reaction was crucial for the team. “We are on the right path, we must continue,” he added.
The player also commented on a controversy relating to an Atalanta fan banner. DeRoon said he doesn't want to take back what happened, expressing regret for the incident but stressing that everyone has the right to express their opinion. He recalled the emotional ties with Atalanta, where he experienced some of the best moments of his career, but reiterated that he is now a Roma player, while maintaining sympathy for Atalanta. “Controversies, unfortunately, are part of football,” he concluded.
With Roma continuing to push towards the top of Serie A, DeRoon remains a point of reference for the team. His experience and commitment on the pitch are considered fundamental to consolidate Roma's position in the league table and to prepare for the upcoming challenges, both in the championship and in the Champions League. Roma's next match will be an opportunity to see if the team will maintain the pace of growth it has shown so far.