D-Vazquez: I received an invitation from Rome after termination of the contract with Milan three days ago. Thanks to Masala for her trust

July 31st Colombian goalkeeper Devis Vasquez accepted the Rome official TV station for the first time after joining Rome.

DeVes, welcome to Rome. What was your first impression of Rome?

Thank you very much for your blessings. I think this is a powerful club in the world and I think every player who joins Roma is definitely happy, and I am the same now. I must give everything, prove myself, work hard to do every training, and seize every opportunity in competition.

This is a very rapid negotiation. Can you tell us the negotiation process? What do you think when you learn about Rome’s interests?

Yes, as you said, everything is done very quickly. I only 3 days after I terminated my contract with Milan, and I was really happy when I learned that Rome was understanding my situation.

How important role did Rome sporting director Masala play in this negotiation? He signed you in Milan back then

Yes, yes, he and Maldini signed me in Milan together. I thought it was good news to hear him say I had a chance to come to Rome. I thank the Chairman and Directors who gave me this opportunity, and I want to prove my abilities every day.

What are your expectations for this new stage of your career?

I came to a big club, a championship club. I will do my best to help the team.

You were loaned to Empoli last season and served as the main goalkeeper

. It was a good experience, but the end result was not very smooth (Empoli relegated), but I will learn from it. We have to look forward and continue to improve in all aspects. I think I have joined a team that can help me solve my problems.

What are your characteristics?

My tall figure is very helpful for me in receiving crosses, corner defense, high altitude balls, etc. In addition, my other skills and foot ball control are also good.

Are you looking forward to working with Rome coach Gasperini?

Yes, of course. He has been coaching very well for years and he has performed very, very well while coaching in Atlanta. I'm so happy to be here, where the coaching team is able to help the players and make them play.

What do you think of Sveral?

I have been following him since he played in Benfica. Roma's goalkeeper coach Farelli also helped him make great progress. He can help me improve my skills in all aspects.

Are you looking forward to playing at the home Olympic Stadium of Rome?

I have been to this stadium in the past and my first impression here is incredible and I like it very much. I play on a very strong team and when you play for such a team, you can feel the enthusiasm conveyed by the fans.

What do you want to say to the fans of Rome?

The first sentence I learned here is "Come on Rome!"