The top scorer for Inter in this first half of the season has turned out to be Marcus Thuram, who has already scored a whopping 11 goals in Serie A plus a decisive one in Bern in the Champions League. However, the Nerazzurri’s number 9 is unable to produce the same performance with the France team, and he spoke about this in an interview with the French television channel TF1. Below are some highlights.
Are you bothered by the criticism you receive in France? “No, because it’s part of our sport. Since we turned professional, we’ve been having criticisms, but I think a high-level footballer has to move on from it. Everyone can think what they want, but the most important thing is to give your all in every match”.
Do you think about the criticism for the few goals in the National team? “Frankly, I don’t think about it, when I play with the National team it’s not something that obsesses me to score. I try to play good matches, then I can score or not. But I prefer to play well without scoring rather than scoring a goal but playing a bad match”.
Do you miss Kylian Mbappé? Yes, Kylian is very important in the group. Ousmane Dembelé was also not there, so it’s true that it was a peculiar gathering. We were a bit down at the table, but we hope they return soon. I’ve heard from him, and I know he’s doing well in Madrid; he’s at the best club in the world”.
How is your experience at Inter going? Everything is going very well, I’ve scored many goals quickly. We are still not as on point as we would like to be and as we were at this stage last season, but with work and putting games together, I think we will return to our best level”. “In 2025 I hope to win the championship with Inter again. It’s something special, a moment that leaves a mark. It’s a unique emotion that I want to relive”.
What’s the difference between France’s fans and Inter’s fans? Maybe French fans should speak Italian… laughs, ed”.
Your celebration is now a symbol for you… “Yes, it’s really well-liked, in Italy I’ve been very well received by Inter fans and all Italian fans, it’s like my adoptive country”.
