Kevin-Prince Boateng says AC Milan's poor season start isn't getting him down.
Boateng joined Milan on loan from Genoa after signing for the port club from Portsmouth.
"When I have heard the fans sing my name the feeling has been incredible. I have never had such a crowd calling my name before, I felt happy like a child," he explained of the response during the weekend meeting with Catania.
"I did not know the fans felt that way, I only discovered it myself now. They are pleased to see me playing for this great club and if they consider me an idol it means I am already doing something good."
Good start or not, he realises there is more work ahead and already has his eyes on the clash with rivals Inter.
"When you move from a small club like Portsmouth to a great outfit like Milan it is fantastic. Inter are a very strong squad and won it all last year but that will be difficult to repeat as we have a strong side and will fight. The derby will be a fascinating challenge."