AS Roma new player Erik Lamela rates the team as one of the biggest clubs in the world. Lamela said that he cannot wait for his debut with Roma.

Lamela joined Roma from River Plate this summer. The 19-year-old players will soon join the team after playing for Argentina in World Cup U-20.

“I will [play] in a great team. I’m proud to play here. There are many great players, and this is a big club, one of the largest in Italy and the world. This is what made ??me accept their offer, “Lamela said in his statement to reporters.

Lamela admitted that he cannot wait to play his debut. Lamela have a chance to play in a game against Slovan Bratislava in the Europa League.

“Yesterday I’ve met new friends, and talk to them, although I do not speak fluent Italian. I saw the game against Slovan, and I like Roma. Will I play in the second leg? We’ll find out next week, “added Lamela.

Roma will start the Serie A Italy on August 28 against Bologna. Lamela will wear the number 8 jersey in the 2011/12 season.