Adrien Rabiot admits that reuniting with Massimiliano Allegri at Milan performed a major position in his switch choice this summer season, however insists that it is going to be: ‘Nothing particular occurred.’
Rabiot, a brand new Milan summer season signing, was unveiled at a press convention on Friday.
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The French midfielder accomplished a everlasting €10m transfer from Marseille on deadline day.
Rabiot’s unveiling press convention as Milan participant
PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 23: Adrian Rabiot of France seems on earlier than the UEFA Nations League Quarterfinal Leg Two match between Croatia and France at Stade de France on March 23, 2025 in Paris, France. (Picture by Aurelien Meunier/Getty Pictures)
“I’m prepared and match. I’m right here to assist. If the coach places me on the pitch, I’ll do all the pieces I can to assist the group win,” he stated.
Rabiot educated with Milan for the primary time on Thursday, reuniting along with his former Juventus coach Allegri.
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“We’ve shared so much. I felt comfy with him immediately at Juventus. He has the best mentality to win,” Rabiot stated through
“He lives for soccer, identical to me. We now have an excellent connection; even after he left Juventus, we saved speaking, and we even met up. He’s an excellent particular person, moreover being a coach.
“I had good emotions; it’s a gaggle that desires to win and has younger gamers who’re desperate to study,” Rabiot continued.
“We now have an skilled coach. I instantly felt comfy in coaching; the atmosphere is constructive, and I discovered nice openness from everybody. They’ve all been variety, even with my household.”
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Apparently, Rabiot was not planning to depart Marseille after only one season on the membership, however a scuffle with Rowe within the French membership’s dressing room in August modified his destiny.
“The whole lot occurred within the remaining days of the switch window. I spoke with Allegri when he arrived at Milan, however I nonetheless had a contract with Marseille,” Rabiot stated.
“Then, the coach known as me once more after what occurred in Marseille. He defined the challenge to me, and in the long run, all the pieces went shortly. We managed to shut the deal.”
Rabiot has additionally reunited with different acquainted faces, corresponding to Mike Maignan.
Rabiot spoke to French gamers and Allegri earlier than Milan transfer
BERGAMO, ITALY – DECEMBER 06: Mike Maignan of AC Milan in motion through the Serie A match between Atalanta and AC Milan at Gewiss Stadium on December 06, 2024 in Bergamo, Italy. (Picture by Giuseppe Cottini/Getty Pictures)
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“Maignan spoke properly of Milan. Theo additionally instructed me I’d really feel good as a result of it’s an enormous household. Allegri has already labored right here and may be very connected to this membership.
“I wouldn’t say they satisfied me, as a result of we’re speaking a few large membership anyway, nevertheless it’s necessary to get suggestions from those that are right here or have been right here. I’m certain I made the best selection.”
Rabiot instructed that not enjoying in any European competitors received’t be a problem.
“Enjoying for Milan is extra necessary than enjoying within the Champions League with groups that may’t goal to win or go far,” he added.
“I most well-liked to come back right here with the coach’s challenge and have a powerful group that may struggle for the Champions League qualification. I might have joined different Champions League golf equipment, however Allegri’s challenge satisfied me to come back right here.”
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Milan host Bologna at San Siro on Sunday; will Rabiot begin in opposition to the Rossoblu?
“He hasn’t instructed me something but. Clearly, I hope so, nevertheless it’s the coach’s choice,” the midfielder replied, smiling.
The sport in opposition to Bologna will see Rabiot and Rowe face one another for the primary time since leaving Marseille.
“There’s nothing particular about him,” Rabiot defined.
“We texted one another after he went to Bologna and I got here to Milan. We’ll see one another on Sunday at San Siro. It’ll be good to see him. He’s man. What occurred in Marseille is one thing that might occur anyplace, nevertheless it didn’t change our relationship. I’ll be pleased to see him, and I’m certain he’ll really feel the identical.
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“We’ve moved previous that episode. We’ve talked about different issues, too. I’m pleased to see him once more on Sunday. I’ve no regrets; these items can occur. Life can change shortly, and I believe I left good reminiscences in Marseille.”