APPIANO GENTILE - "The draw with Cagliari is behind us now. We're working towards our next game against Roma, who are flying at the moment." Andrea Ranocchia is looking ahead to the big match at the Meazza on Saturday and knows that a tough challenge awaits the Nerazzurri: "I'm not surprised to see Roma doing so well. They're not involved in Europe. As for ourselves, we've just got to keep on grafting."
Do you prefer playing with three or four at the back?
"Both."
Have you been more surprised by Jonathan or Alvarez this season?
"Jonathan."
Is it a disadvantage not to be in Europe?
"Yes it is, but at the moment we're a developing team so it's better not to have the distraction."
Who do you fear most, AC Milan or Juventus?
"Both."
Which city do you prefer, Milan or Assisi?
"Both."
Which coach helped you most in your early development?
"Pietro Montanelli was the one who moved me from centre forward into defence."
Who is Inter's top player?
"The squad."
Is Mazzarri a wizard?
"He's a great coach."
How will Inter v Roma finish?
"With a win for us, hopefully."
