APPIANO GENTILE - New signing Maniche was interviewed by Inter Channel after his first training session in black and blue.

"It's a dream to be here," he said. "I have joined one of the greatest teams in the world and there are some fantastic players here.

"I'm proud to be another Portuguese in this squad which is proving to be very strong. My compatriot Figo has told me a lot about Inter. He told me it's like being in a big family and that I will be very happy in a wonderful group.

"I spoke with Roberto Mancini today. I knew him as a great coach; now I will know him as a coach. I am entirely at his service.

"The Champions League? Inter want to win this trophy and this team can do well. It will be a great clash with Liverpool. We want to win and go as far as possible in the cup."
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