Torino, Ngonge: "Happy here, dreaming of a derby goal vs Juve" | OneFootball

First words as a Torino player from Cyril Ngonge, the Belgian striker who recently signed with Torino and also made his debut in the defeat at San Siro against Chivu’s Inter.

Torino, Ngonge: “Happy to be here, I dream of scoring in the derby against Juve”

Speaking to the club’s official channels, the former Napoli player explained the reasons behind his choice and his first impressions of the new environment.

The Torino atmosphere and first impressions of the city

“I already knew some teammates and I settled in quickly. Walking around the city, you immediately sense how passionate the Torino fans are. This gives me extra motivation: when the fans are close, you feel the duty to run a bit more for them and for the team,” Ngonge explained.

His relationship with Baroni

Ngonge is reunited in Torino with Davide Baroni, who was already his coach at Verona: “In Verona, the coach brought out the best in me. The decision to come here was also because of him. Baroni asks me for character, personality, and leadership. I’m versatile: I can play as a center forward, second striker, or on the wings.”

Determination and the dream of a first goal

On his determination, the player added: “Determination depends on how you grow up. Leaving home early helped me earn respect and gain determination.” On his first goal for Torino, Ngonge dreams of a special moment: “With my eyes closed, I picture it happening in the derby against Juventus.”

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