Former Inter Milan midfielder Gagliardini returns to the public eye again. Gagliardini, who officially joined Verona as a free agent in September this year, accepted an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport.

■About choosing to join Verona

Gagliardini said: "I went through a period this summer that was not easy. When you can't find a new home and can only train alone, these moments will make you stronger, but they will also leave traces. In the end, I came to a place with ambition, and more importantly, I feel like this is my home. Here and Bei Bergamo is very similar, the fans are passionate and passionate about the team. People who were born in Verona support Verona, and people who were born in Bergamo support Atalanta, so I understand what it means to play in such a team. Although it is a small and medium-sized club, it has a fan passion that is comparable to the Champions League."

■Did you ever think about retiring during your free agency period?

Gagliardini said: "No, I am only 31 years old. But I do have some ideas... There are not many opportunities in Serie A, and the quota in Serie B is full, so I have to play abroad. But in that case, what will happen to the family and the children? How will they arrange their schooling? What kind of future can I give them? What if I go to Australia to play football? Should I go by myself or bring the whole family? All kinds of problems make me mentally nervous. Later, Verona contacted me."

Who is your role model in your career?

"I have learned from many people besides Papu Gomez. I have been lucky enough to work with many great players, each with different qualities. If I want to give two examples, it is Handanovic, the captain of Inter Milan, who has extraordinary leadership qualities; and There is Sinner, he is a role model and an idol. He has done great things with his character and professional attitude. I didn’t really watch tennis before, but since he came on the scene, I have become a big fan of his.”

Are you and your wife still involved in charity projects for people with disabilities?

"Of course. It is a charity organization called Insuperabili. When we got married, we donated all the gift money we received to them. Later we opened a branch in Dalmine where I live. This makes us very proud."