Published On: Mon, Mar 18th, 2013

Torino winger thrilled with Italy call-up

winger revealed his delight at being called up to the Italian national team.

The 25 year old attacker has been named to the squad that will face and in a friendly and qualifier respectively.

“I’m enjoying this moment and I’m happy,” said Cerci at Coverciano on Monday morning.

“I had a number of objectives after joining Torino in the summer and I’ve achieved the first one. It’s a dream come true for me.

“It’s an important moment and I dedicate this call up to my girlfriend and my friends. I also thank coach Cesare Prandelli for picking me.”

Cerci has 5 goals in 26 games in this season for Toro.

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