Achraf Hakimi reveals Antonio Conte played a crucial role in convincing him to join Inter: ‘He called me and made me feel important.’
The former Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund winger spoke to SportWeek about his first season at Inter.
He joined the Nerazzurri in a €40m deal last summer.
“Conte called me to convince me to join Inter,” the 22-year-old said.
“He explained my role to me and how crucial it would have been. He made me feel important.
Achraf Hakimi reveals Antonio Conte played a crucial role in convincing him to join Inter: ‘He called me and made me feel important.’
The former Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund winger spoke to SportWeek about his first season at Inter.
He joined the Nerazzurri in a €40m deal last summer.
“Conte called me to convince me to join Inter,” the 22-year-old said.
“He explained my role to me and how crucial it would have been. He made me feel important.
“I think we can begin a winning cycle with Conte, both in Italy and in Europe,” the Morocco international continued.
“What I care about is that those who understand football appreciate the way I play. Here, I've learned how to defend better than I used to do.”
Hakimi’s full interview will be released tomorrow.