Speaking in the Bournemouth Evening Echo, manager Eddie Howe is quoted as saying: "I don't know too much about his history but I know how he plays now. I think he's done well in the games. I think he looks more comfortable at centre-half than left-back but he's an out-and-out defender, good on the ball and is decent in the air as well. I'd like to run with a squad of 18-20 first-team players. I think I need to bring in a couple of players because we are a bit thin on the ground".
For his part, Grassi is quoted as saying: "I enjoyed the game on Saturday. I thought we played well as a team and I hope to stay here. I want to play here because I like English football and I want to step up a level. I like it here. I like the town, the stadium and the club. I hope to stay but it's up to the manager".