I feel a great kinship with my origins, even though I only learned a few words of Arabic. – Stephan El Shaarawy
The goals will come; we just have to think about working ahead of the next game. – Stephan El Shaarawy
I am tied to my father’s land and am happy to visit relatives in Egypt, but I feel Italian and was never remotely tempted when Egypt asked me to play for them. – Stephan El Shaarawy
My mother lives with me in Milan, while my father travels to and from Savona. My parents take care of my money, too. – Stephan El Shaarawy
I am gratified by Arsenal’s interest, certainly, but my objective is to come back for Milan and do well at Milan. – Stephan El Shaarawy
With myself, Mario Balotelli, Robinho, Alessandro Matri, Giampaolo Pazzini, and now Kaka, we will be too strong. – Stephan El Shaarawy
I’ve always loved the club. Kaka was my role model when I was young, and my aim now is to go down in Milan history. – Stephan El Shaarawy
The Egyptian FA have tried to persuade me to play for them, but all I’m dreaming about is the blue jersey. – Stephan El Shaarawy
I have learned to make a lot of effort and sacrifice for this sport, and now I can say it’s paying me back. So it is important to always show determination and effort on the pitch. – Stephan El Shaarawy
