Man United attacker Nani has revealed he finally feels settled in England after nearly three years.
Portuguese forward says he will get stronger at Old Trafford
Manchester United attacker Nani has revealed he finally feels settled in England after nearly three years.
The Portugal international netted a fine chip in United's crucial victory over Tottenham in the Premier League on Saturday, as a 3-1 win kept their title hopes alive.
Nani is beginning to put in performances that justify his £14million transfer fee, after he signed from Sporting Lisbon in 2007, having frustrated Red Devils fans in the past.
The 23-year-old recently signed a new contract at Old Trafford and says he has found his feet in the Premier League.
"Every player wants to play for this club and at the moment I am so happy because everything is going right for me," he said in the
News of the World.
"I am playing well and I signed a new contract which proves I am so happy at the club. Yes, it took me a while to adjust.
"At times, it was difficult because I come from Portugal and the weather is a bit different and the football is different.
"But now I have been here three years and I have learned a lot with this club and a lot of the players I play with have taught me a lot. I understand English football better and that's why I am doing so well. I feel a lot more comfortable.
"The players in England are so strong, they work a lot in the gym and they are more physical than others in other leagues.
Prepared
"Now, I think I am prepared for it and ready to play in this league. I am stronger and have more confidence.
"I've changed a lot as a player since I've been here. When I first came here, I was just so excited to play with a lot of stars.
"But now I can think in a different way. I have different ambitions.
"After every season I look at myself. I analyse what I've done well and why I don't play some times.
"This last year, I was injured for a while and I decided that when I was fit, it would be my season. I wanted to focus and help the team.
"I want to play - I want to be the first option in my position in the team."
The three points against Spurs were vital for United as Sir Alex Ferguson's men look to push Chelsea right to the wire in the title race.
They had to do without star striker Wayne Rooney on Saturday, and although Nani recognises the England international's ability, he does not think the Red Devils are a one-man team.
"We know Rooney is very important for the team - he is doing so well for us," he added.
"But we know that this team does not just depend on one player, it depends on all eleven on the pitch.
"And I think when we win, we win together and when we lose, we lose together."
