The Italian star is entirely focused on his Serie A, although recent reports. A Premier League side could be circling. Nicolo Zaniolo said he is "pleased" at Roma amid links to Premier League giants Manchester United.
Zaniolo signed a long-term contract with Roma through to June 2024, but it has not stopped speculation over his future.
The 20-year-old Italy international, who joined Roma last season, has reportedly attracted interest from United.
But Zaniolo wants to repay the confidence shown in him by Serie A side Roma.
"The minimum objective this season is to improve day by day. We want to win every game. The goal is qualifying for the Champions League," Zaniolo told Sky Sport Italia.
"I'm thrilled, Roma has given me so much confidence, now I'll repay it on the pitch. I'm proud to represent these fans; I feel perfect here.
"The things [Paulo] Fonseca has to say, he says to your face. He's a straightforward person, and he’s helping me improve."
Zaniolo scored a brace in Italy's 9-1 demolition of Armenia in Euro 2020 qualifying on Monday.
At club level, Zaniolo has netted five goals in all competitions for Roma this term and stressed earlier this season his desire to stay grounded, despite aspirations to emulate his idols.
"It's important to keep your feet on the ground at all times, and I have a family behind me who do that, who understand football and who make sure I work my best at all times," Zaniolo told These Football Times.
"Beyond that, the only way to manage expectations is within me. I can't listen to what others say, good or bad. I'm not Totti, but one day I hope to be as good.
"My hero undoubtedly was always Kaka, especially during his Milan years and for Brazil. I watched him a lot.
"For me, he was the perfect offensive midfielder: strong, technically perfect, and capable of scoring and assisting. That is what I wanted to become like a kid, and I still do now."
Zaniolo will next be in action on Sunday when Roma face Brescia in the league.
Before the international break, Zaniolo's side was beaten 2-0 by Parma, and they currently sit sixth in Serie A - 10 points shy of league leaders Juventus.
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