Gianluca Mancini is delighted to have signed for Roma.

The former Atalanta defender made the move last week.

"When my agent told me about the offer, I immediately said to him without any hesitation that I wanted to come," the defender told the Giallorossi's official website.

“So many top players have played for this club and it's an honour to be part of it. I've always liked the club and there's a magical feeling to the city itself.

“The fans are fantastic and I'm proud to be playing my football here. Fonseca's made a very good impression. He's sure of himself and his ideas.

“He's very direct and tells you openly if you're doing well or badly. It's just the start, but he's certainly made a good impression on me straight away.

“He talks to us a lot as a squad and individually, which is the way it should be. I must say I couldn't believe how intense training was over the first few days. That's how you need to train to be in top shape for the start of the league campaign.

“It almost feels like I haven't changed clubs. My teammates are excellent and have welcomed me with open arms. I already knew many of the Italian players."