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Zaniolo: Aston Villa opportunity was surprise

Aston Villa summer arrival Nicolo Zaniolo believes that he can shine in England this season.

The on loan Galatasaray attacker is at Villa Park for the season.

"I didn't expect [to join Aston Villa] because I was part of the project at Galatasaray," Zaniolo told Sky Sport Italia.

"However, from the moment Monchi, my ex-director at Roma, called me, I took the chance because it was a great opportunity to play in the Premier League, in a great team, and show what I could do.

“As soon as he called me, Galatasaray and I understood the opportunity was too big, so I came here."

"Emery said he liked me, so I was really happy," he continued.

"He is one of the best coaches, and we immediately spoke about the group and about football as soon as I came here.

"The training facilities are a little more advanced than in Italy. Football is very different here. It's more tactical in Italy, while here it's more physical, with more one vs. one, it's different.

"I like both, but I think the Premier League suits me better."

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