Fans and club coming together will help the team go far – Eklu

To understand Lucchese’s moment we wanted to talk to midfielder Shaka Mawuli Eklu who explained why he chose Lucca and what his ambitions are for the future and also those of the team. Obviously with him we also addressed the topic concerning the match against Reggiana, the first in the class.

Why did he choose Lucca?

“I chose Lucca because my former teammate Lombardo told me very well about it. In early August my agent had mentioned to me that there was the possibility of coming to Lucca. And as soon as I found out the next day I packed my suitcase and left. I knew it was the right place to start again after a serious injury like that of the crusader. “By the way, how is the knee?” The knee is not 100 percent especially when you play every three days. well and I’m trying to do some extra work with the teacher to get better and better. “

What are your ambitions for the future?

“At the moment I think only of Lucchese and I try to give my best. This year I know it is an important year for me. My ambition is to reach the top in Serie A. But now I have to think about growing for an ambitious future. , dreaming is lawful. “

What about the team?

“This Lucchese is a young team including me. Then there are 5/6 more experienced players who are giving us a great hand. Few teams have hit us and in my opinion we can aspire to something more than a quiet salvation. For now we have to play game after game which is what the coach is working on. “

Speaking of the coach, how do you feel with Pagliuca?

“The coach is smart, he is strong. He can be seen from how we are on the pitch. In just two months he has given a game identity to a team that can sometimes take up to a year. Let’s play by heart. “

Next Monday there will be the match against leaders Reggiana, what match are you expecting?

“We play against a very strong team with players who have made important categories. It is relegated from Serie B. We should play with the desire and the hunger to achieve the result. Our mentality, what the coach is giving us is precisely that. to play against everyone as if we always played with the first in the standings. “

What message does he want to send to the fans?

“They are fantastic and we know that we have left points on the road and we have not made them happy. But it is fantastic to see them when we win. Their support is passionate. We are young and for us they are fundamental. It is essential to have them on our side because for us they are a value and a very important help. All together we can go far, club, team and fans. “