Totti Speaks Out: Wants to Be Coached by Gasperini, Highlights Serie A Race
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- Francesco Totti mengaku tertarik merasakan kerasnya latihan Gian Piero Gasperini, yakin mentalnya sudah teruji setelah dididik Zdenek Zeman.
- Legenda Roma itu menilai persaingan papan atas Serie A musim ini lebih terbuka, dengan Lazio dan Inter di depan namun Roma terus membayangi.
- Pernyataan Totti menegaskan kerinduannya pada sepak bola, sekaligus menandai peran barunya sebagai komentator dan penulis yang tetap menyoroti dinamika tim.
Francesco Totti revealed that he had once imagined himself under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, a coach known for his demanding approach to preparing a team. At the launch of his new book, Oltre, the former AS Roma captain spoke to Sky Sport and said he would not be daunted by Gasperini's training methods because he was already used to Zdenek Zeman's approach.
The remark came when Totti was asked about the possibility of playing for Gasperini, who now manages Atalanta. According to him, the wish was more than just a daydream on the sofa. “I know he is a very demanding coach who makes players work extra. But after Zeman, I think I can handle anything,” Totti said, as quoted by TuttoMercatoWeb.
For Totti, Zeman was the figure who shaped his mental resilience. The Czech coach was indeed known for exhausting physical training sessions, and Totti experienced them across two separate spells under his management. That experience apparently became a benchmark of its own when he assessed Gasperini's leadership style, which is also known for being disciplined and intense.
On that occasion, Totti also touched on the competition in Serie A this season. According to him, the league has been interesting because the surprise has come from Lazio, who have managed to stay close to Inter at the top. “Nobody expected Lazio to be up there with Inter, but Roma keep chasing. This city deserves a stage like this, and I hope Roma go the furthest,” he said.
Totti's remarks are not mere nostalgia. As a figure who has long been an icon of Roma, his views on the dynamics of the team and its coaches are always a focus of attention for the Italian football public. He also highlighted how difficult the transition after retirement has been, which he set out in his new book. “Unfortunately there is a beginning and an end. I wish that day had never come, but it is part of the job. Turning the page is not easy, especially if it happens suddenly and we do not know what will happen in the future,” he said.
Even so, Totti still enjoys his role as an observer and writer. When asked whether he would give the book to Gasperini or Roma vice president Ryan Friedkin, he answered casually, “Both. One in Italian, the other I will have to prepare in English.” That light answer shows that Totti remains close to the world of football, even if he is no longer on the pitch.
Indonesian context: A figure like Totti is a reminder of the importance of loyalty and career transition for national footballers. Many Indonesian football legends have also faced difficult times after hanging up their boots, and Totti's story can serve as an example of how to stay relevant by sharing experience and tactical insight.
Going forward, Totti's comments on Gasperini and the Serie A race will continue to be a topic of discussion, especially if Roma manage to maintain the pressure at the top. Will Totti one day actually be directly involved with the team, or will he remain a critical observer from the outside? Roma's public surely hope his figure always adds colour, at least through his words.
