Castro: Gattuso never contacted me, I always dreamed of playing for Argentina

October 11th Recently, Bologna forward Castro accepted an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport and talked about many topics.

Bologna won the Italian Cup last season. The next goal is to jump on the open-top bus again to celebrate the new glory?

"Of course, it's a great feeling. I love winning, and I think this team can still do it. You know what? I get angry even if I lose at cards. In Argentina we play 'Truco', it's so intense..."

Do you still deliberately provoke defenders now?

"There are fewer now. I am more focused on improving myself, scoring goals and running. Although I am still very young, I was more naughty when I was a child. When I was 4 or 5 years old, I would play football with 7 or 8-year-old kids. I was the kind of kid who was aggressive, confrontational, and quarreled."

After Spalletti, did you also receive a call from Gattuso?

"No, he didn't call. But you know, I always have Argentina in my heart."

Since you haven't played for the national team yet, theoretically you may also receive a call from the Italian national team?

"Theoretically it is possible. But my dream and pursuit has always been to be selected for the Argentina national team again."

Sule is also qualified to represent Italy. What advice do you have for him?

"I have a very good relationship with him and know his family. He is a boy with a heart of gold and a very good player. As for what choice he should make, that is his decision."

You almost made your debut for the Argentina national team in March this year, but then...?

"During training, a teammate put his foot between me and the ball, and I kicked him. As a result, my foot ligaments were injured and accompanied by bone edema. My feet were swollen red and purple, and I couldn't walk at all. Idalino said that I had been It’s all about ‘playing with one foot’, he was right. I was even worried that I wouldn’t be able to play in the Coppa Italia final, but we did it.”

What do you remember about the moment when we won the Coppa Italia on May 14?

"At that time, Milan made a long pass, and I thought to myself: 'Blow the whistle, please blow it!' Then, when the referee actually blew the final whistle, everything came true. At that moment."

You have been in Bologna for a year and a half. How would you introduce the team when a new player joins the team?

"I will tell them: This is like a big family, the atmosphere is very good, this team knows what they want, and everyone helps each other. Do you know why we are not afraid of any opponent? Because together as a team, we have developed the power of unity and fearlessness. Even if we have a bad start like we did at the beginning of this season, we can still play the football we are comfortable with. As for Idalino, he has helped me grow a lot and taught me many things such as team football, running positions, and inserting into the penalty area."

From January 2024 to now, you have improved a lot. People compare you to Lautaro. Is that motivation or pressure?

"That is a comparison to a great player, and I just think it is an honor. I heard it and accepted it, but I still want to be myself."

It is said that you are like Lautaro, so much that even Inzaghi wants to take you to Riyadh Crescent?

"Yes, they did contact me. But I decided to stay and continue to grow, and also because I hope to be re-elected to the national team from here and realize my dream of participating in the World Cup."

You have been rumored to have been involved with Inter Milan, Chelsea, and Juventus. What do you think?

"I have always been focused on Bologna, and I am happy about it. In this Bologna, playing football is a pleasure, and when you enjoy the game, your performance will naturally be better."

Do you feel pressured or motivated by the signing of Immobile?

"Pressure is an honor for me. I talk to him a lot. He is a top player who helps me and teaches me. In short: a huge motivation."