Saud Abdulhamid was officially unveiled as Roma’s newest signing today.
The 25-year-old moved from Al Hilal to the Giallorossi and is the first Saudi player in the history of Serie A.
In his first interview with the club, Abdulhamid spoke about his decision to move to Italy.
“I thank God that I am here, I thank the club, the Friedkin family and the fans for the trust they have placed in me and for giving me this chance.”
“Roma is a great club. I received this offer and I could not refuse such an important club. I thank God that I was able to come here and reach this agreement with the club.”
“Serie A represents a big change for me, both as a footballer and as a person, a great personal success. God willing, I will make the entire Saudi people proud.”
“During my time at Al Hilal I played with great players and learned a lot from them, professionalism and above all a great mentality.”
“Roberto Mancini is a great coach, he advised me to choose Roma. God willing, I will do my best at Roma.”
“I will do my best as a footballer. Speed is my strength. I like to play on the right wing, I like to fight with all my heart for every ball and I never give up.”
“Daniele de Rossi is a legend of the club. I spoke to him a bit. He explained to me what task awaits me and that, God willing, I will do what the coach expects of me.”
“There are many players I admire, but my idol is a former Roma player, a very strong footballer, Maicon.”
“The Stadio Olimpico is amazing when Roma play. I’ve seen a lot of videos of it and I’ve become a huge fan. I can’t wait to see it all.”
“I will have to get used to Europe and this new lifestyle quickly. It is a big change for me to move here from Arabia. I will do my best to settle into this new life immediately.”
He concluded: “I can’t wait to meet the Roma fans, fantastic fans, daje Roma, forza Roma.”
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