United Reserves' Italian captain Davide Petrucci talks about his hopes of breaking into the first team...
Are you pleased with how the season is going?
I'm happy because we are doing so well. We're top of the league and we're working hard to stay there. We hope to win it.
How much have you had to adapt your game personally? Warren Joyce has praised your running and tackling...
When I came here, I obviously wasn't used to English football. They told me that, to play in England, you have to play with the ball but also do the defensive part. That's what I'm trying to be focused on now. I feel better because I had injuries but now I feel good so I want to push myself.
Are you more of a complete midfielder now?
Obviously I like to play going forward. But I need to be ready to do everything - sometimes you have to play in front of the defence, sometimes in the middle. You just have to be ready to do everything. If you are a complete midfielder, you have more chances to do well.
How pleased are you to captain the Reserves?
I feel very proud when I am on the pitch wearing the armband. Just playing for United is so good. I try [to lead by example] but they are all great lads and they know how to behave already.
You were on the bench for the first team as part of the squad at Spurs, although you weren't a sub...
Yes, I travelled with the team and that was such a great experience. That was my dream - to play for the first team - so that's been my target and I want to achieve that. Hopefully I can have more chances. The next step up will be to be on the bench and making my debut would be my dream.
Do you feel you're close to breaking through?
I'm not far but, at the same time, it's still far off. I have to work very hard here at United. Even the biggest player is never settled [in terms of his place] and there are always challenges in front of them. It's the same for everyone.