Elia's interview with Dutch media

From earlier reports suggested that Elijah would rather go to the Premier League wanted to the Italian League. "The story that I wanted to play in England, is totally out of context," he says to the Telegraph. "I have with Maarten Stekelenburg, Wesley Sneijder and Mark van Bommel spoken extensively about the Serie A and was becoming more enthusiastic."
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"I'm doodgeknuffeld here", he laughs about his arrival in Italy. Elia is impressed by his new club. "The case prices tells all: 29 league titles, nine times the Coppa Italia, two Champions Leagues, three UEFA Cups and a European Cup II, two world cups. Should I say more? "

Grateful "since the arrival of Mr Agnelli blowing a fresh wind, he says. "Juve has attracted new players for a power to, has the largest fanbase of Europe and has a new stadium. The President and the coach made it clear to me very much like to have. I have incredibly much sense here to get started. "

For he in Italy to get started, however, he is now again on the Dutch national team. "I am the head coach grateful that I was allowed to break to Italy," he says. "This was very important for my career and also with a view to the European Championship an important step. This allows for rest. I hope that Mr Van Marwijk Friday against San Marino can all repay. "

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