After joining Toronto FC this summer, Lorenzo Insigne has revealed that the quality of football in the MLS caught him off guard.
The winger left Napoli for the first time in his career after reaching an agreement on a pre-contract earlier in the year.
Insigne has admitted that he didn’t anticipate the standards to be as good as in Serie A, but he has since changed his perspective after experiencing how physically intense games are in the MLS.
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“I was surprised by the MLS because there are all very good facilities, new pitches and very nice stadiums,” the Italy international said.
“On a physical level it is very demanding because you run so much. It’s a good league and I hope it grows more and more to approach the prestige of the European leagues.
“I’m doing well in Toronto and I’m starting to study the language. It’s right that way, to understand people, my teammates and the coach.
“I miss everything about Napoli and as soon as I have time I will definitely come back to find friends and family and follow Napoli closely.”
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How Does Insigne Feel About Napoli?
Napoli fans were disappointed by the manner in which Insigne left the club, with many saying president Aurelio De Laurentiis’ failure to meet the player’s contract terms resulted in his departure.
Insigne insists that he has no bad feeling towards the team and that he would continue to support them.
“I’m sorry that I, Mertens, Koulibaly and also Ghoulam left together. So sorry because we have all given so much to Napoli and there is sadness, but life is like that,” Insigne said.
“Definitely all three of us will always remain attached to Napoli and we will always cheer for Napoli.
“To those who criticise me for leaving Serie A at just 31 years old, I have nothing to say because I am happy with the decision I made and I am moving on.”
When asked about Napoli’s chances this season, Insigne added: “I can’t wait for the start of the Italian season so I can follow Napoli, because I am a huge Napoli fan and I have already arranged everything to see the matches.
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“And as I wished my teammates, whom I spoke to time to time through calls and messages, that I hope they win the title and I would be very happy if they did.
“Honestly, seeing the transfer market of all the teams, I hope it will be a great season. I can’t wait for it to start and so I can enjoy Serie A from afar and see great football.”
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