A great Atalanta side showed up at the Olimpico against Lazio. Amid an emergency, the Nerazzurri won a very important point, having played with character, determination and, as Merih Demiral – who delivered an outstanding display against Immobile – claimed: “With great mindset, too”. Here is his post-match reaction.

Merih Demiral, can we say that this Atalanta side was impressive against Lazio? You also overcame the emergency, a major emergency. It’s an important draw for you.

“Yes, it’s an extremely important draw for us because 7-8 players weren’t available. But our mindset is the same. We are eager to play and win, as always, as the coach says. That’s our mindset. That’s why we always give our 100% when playing. Today’s draw is extremely important.”

Merih, you put in an outstanding performance on Immobile.

“Yes, I love to play. Immobile is a great player, too. It’s always difficult to resist him. But I like playing against a player like him. This thing is important for me.”

There will be a break now. You’ll be able to rest and then get back to the league at full capacity.

“Yes. The league is important for us. The Europa League is extremely important, too. We’ll have two-three days off now and then we’ll be back working with the coach. We’ll work hard every day and we’ll see how it’ll go.”