New Delhi: AC Milan’s new signing Ruben Loftus-Cheek said he is ready to play leadership role after the English midfielder’s move from his boyhood club Chelsea. The 27-year-old moved to Series A heavyweight after spending 19 years at Stamford Bridge, where he won the Premier League, Europa League and UEFA Super Cup.
Loftus-Cheek ready to play leadership role
Before signing for Rossoneri, Loftus-Cheek made over 155 appearances and scored 13 goals.
“I understand the weight of the (Milan) shirt and my responsibility coming into this club,” Ruben Loftus-Cheek told reporters.
“I’ve had a lot of experience in football, and I can use that … I feel ready and good physically to produce performances for the team, and I’m ready to be a leader,” he said.
“I was happy playing for my boyhood club, but I didn’t feel really content with how much I was contributing to the team. I feel like I have more to give,” he added.
“So, I thought it was a good time to make a fresh start,” Loftus-Cheek concluded.
The English international will reunite with his former Chelsea mate ‘Christian Pulisic’ at the San Siro.
Loftus-Cheek to reunite with Pulisic
Milan will kick off their preparation for the new season in the United States where they will play friendly matches against Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus.
