Contini ‘delighted’ to join Atalanta

New Atalanta defender Matteo Contini has admitted that the club's fans were the reason he signed from Siena.

The 32-year-old joined on the last day of the January transfer window, and has claimed that he is delighted to play for Stefano Colantuono's men.

New Atalanta defender Matteo Contini has admitted that the club's fans were the reason he signed from Siena.

The 32-year-old joined on the last day of the January transfer window, and has claimed that he is delighted to play for Stefano Colantuono's men.

“Bergamo is always a place, in football terms, that has struck me,” he told a Press conference.

“The fans here are very passionate and feel a connection to the team.

“I like that, and I feel I can become a part of that style. I am ready to give my contribution to the team.

“I think we have the ability to do well – if the team is united, we can overcome any difficulty.”