Mariananucci: My characteristics are similar to Rahmani, joining Naples is a dream come true

21-year-old Italian defender Mariananucci joined Naples from Empoli this summer. Mariananucci, who is currently participating in Naples' summer training, was interviewed by the media.

Why can you attract Naples' interest?

I am a person who never gives up, I never like failure, maybe that's what attracts interest. This is my characteristic.

What is your position in Naples?

Currently I am only the fifth central defender of the team, but my goal is to find the right space. The only thing I can do is work hard.

Which player is your characteristics similar to?

Rachmani, now I can observe his performance up close.

What does it mean to be a teammate training with powerful forwards like Lukaku and Luka?

No need to be opponents with them, so I have less of annoyance in the weekend games.

How does it feel to be a Naples player?

I feel very happy. Not everyone can get such an opportunity to be able to train with so many champions.

How are you getting along with your new teammates?

I have integrated into the team well in terms of interpersonal communication. My teammates are all very good people and we get along very well. Whether it is an Italian or a foreign player, it is always difficult to compete here, and it is important to work hard every day. What does it mean to play for a Serie A champion team?

This is a dream come true. I have dreamed of playing football at an important club since I was a kid, and now I have done it.

What did you think at that time when I received an invitation from Naples after Empoli’s relegation?

The call surprised me a little. I have to work hard to move forward with the team and achieve a goal that I have not achieved. But coming here is the highest level, and the most difficult thing now is to adapt to the mentality and ideas of the coaches and teammates.

Last season, Coach DaVilsa gave you a lot of opportunities in Empoli

Not long ago, I talked with Coach DaVilsa and I thank him for everything he did for me. He is a great coach and a great man. Thanks to his help, I was able to make my debut in Serie A and start getting opportunities in Serie A.

So what do you think of Coach Conte?

I am feeling coach Conte's guidance these days, but the real test will come in the next important game.

Finally, please tell me about the home court of Naples Maradona Stadium

I am full of confidence in myself, and I will enter the Maradona Stadium with this confidence. The strongest player in football history once played football on this stadium. I will also give everything for the team with a great sense of humility.