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Paredes: "I'm happy to be back at Roma"
On the subject of tomorrow's match he explained that; "I want to do my best and impress the manager". When asked about the last nine months with Empoli he replied; "It was very positive, I found what I was looking for and I'm happy we stayed in Serie A". It was put to him that his role with the Tuscan club was similar to that of Daniele De Rossi to which he explained that; "Training with Daniele has been important but also with my other colleagues," before continuing with; "I prefer playing deeper, the position that Giampaolo asked me to play was perfect". Finally, what was he hoping for on Friday, he replied; "To play a good game then return home".
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