Fiorentina coach Vincenzo Italiano speaks ahead of the Serie A Round 20 home match against Udinese.

ON THE MATCH - "We're being careful to avoid the spread of the virus, and we're ready to play the match against Udinese. We've worked and we're ready to play this match."

ON THE MOMENT - "Everyone needs to be ready for any situation, everyone needs to be ready to play."

ON IKONE - "Ikone is very motivated, he knows he needs to adapt quickly, to get to know his team mates and the style of play. He is learning the language. Technically he is gifted, he is a great signing for Fiorentina. He has experience, has won Ligue 1 and played in the Champions League."

ON THE AIM NOW - "In the new year we want to stay motivated. We have a mission: confirm what we did so far, and improve on it. It's not easy."

ON THE TRANSFER WINDOW - "No one wants to leave the club, it's a very united group of players. We tried to use every player."