Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini is concentrating on a return to European competitors as his in-form Serie A aspect battle for a spot within the high 4 this season.
Atalanta is sixth on 35 factors after 19 video games, three factors behind AC Milan in second however 15 adrift of leaders Napoli earlier than Gasperini’s males host second-bottom Sampdoria on Saturday.
Atalanta have scored probably the most objectives within the high 10 European Leagues thus far this 12 months and are bidding for a European spot after lacking out on continental competitors this season.
“The Scudetto would be rather difficult, but we have to try for Europe,” Gasperini informed reporters on Friday.
“At least we know that we’ve got Serie A safety locked down! We are only midway through and the only side that has been miles ahead of the rest is Napoli. We certainly feel more confident than a few months ago.”
Atalanta go to Inter Milan within the Coppa Italia quarter-finals on Tuesday however Gasperini mentioned he is not going to be eager about that match till after Saturday’s sport.
“Sampdoria are tough, and it’s crucial we focus on them, without thinking about Inter. I won’t rotate the squad tomorrow because with five substitutions someone can come off if they are tired,” he mentioned.
Gasperini was not too involved about his defence regardless of them conceding three objectives in a 3-3 draw at Juventus on Sunday.
“I am not worried, especially as we have been up against some very strong sides lately. What interests me is that we continue to score goals, as that is the best way to win games.”
