Paolo Maldini has spoken about the emotions that he felt after his son Daniel Maldini continued the family dynasty by making his senior debut for the Italian national team.
Monday was a magical night for the Maldini family as Daniel made his debut for the national team against Israel at the Stadio Friuli, the home of Udinese, in the stadium where his father Paolo had made his debut in Serie A with Milan as a blue-eyed teenager.
He is the third Maldini to take to the field with the Azzurri jersey after his grandfather Cesare and father. Daniel Maldini is also at the centre of attention when it comes to the mercato too because his good form with Monza has led to reports of interest from Inter and Milan, who have a preferential clause.
Interviewed by TV12, Paolo Maldini confessed that he felt strong emotions after his son’s debut with the Azzurri as he watched on from the stands in Udine, and his comments were relayed by Calciomercato.com.
Paolo, what are your emotions?
“My career began here in Udine as a professional, I always come back very willingly. The emotions I experienced are those of a father, which are much stronger than those of playing football.”
What are your thoughts on Udinese, Milan’s next opponents?
“I have always considered Udinese one of the most physical teams ever and last year’s problems surprised me a lot. I think they have reached a status where they can aspire not only to achieving safety.”
And Lorenzo Lucca?
“He is a rare commodity, a centre forward from another era.”