

All of Roma's young players have a clear role model in mind, the legendary Francesco Totti who may not have been able to win many trophies with the club but always was loyal to them and to this day, he remains as a player. One of the youngest players in the squad, midfielder Gerson is being compared with Paul Pogba. But he doesn't like that comparison, instead he likes being compared with Francesco Totti who is the club's main symbol.
Gerson told Globo Esporte that: "The Pogba comparisons originate from my early days at Fluminense. I regarded it as a compliment, because he is a great player. But I am Gerson and I have my own style of play. I was a traditional number 10 in Brazil, the fourth man in midfield who directs play and pops up in front of goal. But I am versatile and can play in other positions as well. It is all about adapting.
"My role models in football are Totti and De Rossi. These guys are part of the club's history and identity. I watched Totti play when I was still a kid and now I play in the same team. He always looks after the younger players and the team. He is an example to follow for many, and most definitely for me."
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