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Huijsen proud of first Roma goal: I'm here because of Mourinho

Roma defender Dean Huijsen was delighted scoring in victory over Cagliari last night.

On-loan from Juventus, it was the youngster's first goal in Serie A.

He later told DAZN: "Am I the youngest Roma defender to score after (Alessio) Romagnoli? I wouldn't say it's a record, because I'm second. But it's good.

"I think it's a good moment, everyone has welcomed me well and I feel good.

"Always good feelings, playing in this stadium is always nice.

"At the beginning it was a bit difficult when (Jose) Mourinho left because he wanted me. Right from the start I feel good with (Daniele) De Rossi, he supports me a lot and I'm happy."

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