Manchester United striker Kiko Macheda admits his first senior season has been a dream come true.
The 17-year-old has already made a name for himself at Old Trafford this term after scoring two decisive goals in his first two appearances for the club, against Aston Villa and Sunderland respectively.
Plucked from the Lazio youth team in September 2007, the Italian has made no secret of his love for his home city as he looks to cap off what has already been a memorable season.
"It's a dream I've had many times in the last few days. Me with the champions in my own stadium," he told Corriere dello Sport.
"I hope it happens but I don't even know if I will be on the bench. Manchester have many great players and there is a big competition for places. It would be fantastic playing for just a few minutes."
Despite scaling heights that seemed unimaginable at the start of the campaign, the striker insists his feet are firmly planted on the ground.
"Here people think I am a hero but I have only scored two goals in the Premier League. I have done nothing and I must show my value.
"The most beautiful things arrive now and it is necessary to keep my head on my shoulders and continue playing football."