Boateng: 'I love the attention'

Milan striker Kevin-Prince Boateng is loving the reception he is receiving from the Rossoneri fans since his summer arrival.

The Ghanaian striker joined Milan on loan from Genoa after signing for the port club from Portsmouth.


"When I have heard the fans sing my name the feeling has been incredible. I have never had such a crowd calling my name before, I felt happy like a child," he explained of the response during the weekend meeting with Catania.


"I did not know the fans felt that way, I only discovered it myself now. They are pleased to see me playing for this great club and if they consider me an idol it means I am already doing something good."

Good start or not, he realises there is more work ahead and already has his eyes on the clash with rivals Inter.


"When you move from a small club like Portsmouth to a great outfit like Milan it is fantastic. Inter are a very strong squad and won it all last year but that will be difficult to repeat as we have a strong side and will fight. The derby will be a fascinating challenge."


Regarding the clash with Lazio he is confident of success. "Lazio are a strong side, it won't be an easy contest but if we all give 100 per cent we can take home the three points."