Stefano Pioli is delighted to be taking the job at Fiorentina.

The former Inter Milan coach signed a two-year deal with the Viola this week.

“I hope my face expresses the happiness that I feel right now. I'm really happy," he said.

“For me, returning to Florence marks me going full circle. I want to re-evoke the same feelings as I did when I was a player here.

“I hope my Viola adventure lasts for a long time. It's always been my wish to coach Fiorentina.

“They're the only club I wanted in Italy, otherwise I would've gone abroad. I want to make my players understand how important it is to wear this shirt.

“Inter? I have no regrets, I gave them my best and it was a great experience, but now I'm only thinking about Fiorentina and I want to give everything to this team.

“I promise so much hard work and passion. We'll try to give the fans the joy they deserve.

“Style of play? My predecessors in Florence did well. Fiorentina have played a good brand of football in recent seasons."