“Russia is very fond of the Italian league, there are many star football players.

I think this is a great option.

My dream has come true - to play in a good European championship.

I would like to get comfortable and benefit the club, ”Miranchuk said in an interview on the club's YouTube channel from Bergamo. 

He also stressed that he is very pleased to have the opportunity to work under the guidance of Atalanta head coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

“I am sure that I will grow up as a player and will help the team, listening to his requirements,” added Miranchuk.

The 24-year-old is a graduate of Lokomotiv and has 43 goals and 45 assists in 228 matches for the team.

Earlier Miranchuk said that he fell in love with Atalanta and her style of play.