These were, without a doubt, two disappointing years especially for Juventus. They almost got used to the lack of success in the Champions League; Still, they have not seen the trophy there with the big ears since 1996. But even the “bread and butter,” the local championship title, has been far from it for the past two years; Last season it was Inter who waved, and last season Milan. This summer, the old lady’s ranks want change – and significant change.
The most prominent name that is approaching, according to reports at least, to Torino is that of Paul Pogba, but there is another player who is mentioned a lot in the context of Juventus – and may even rebuild his career there. Angel Di Maria. Waiting for the Argentine’s arrival is goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, who referred to him in an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport – and provided a statement: “In Italy, Di Maria will be like Maradona.”
Buffon explained: “Players have to be judged according to where they play. Today, in Serie A, the technical quality is low – and Angel has so much talent. He is decisive in front of the goal, passes the opponents so easily with a dribble. In short: he is an actor. ”
Later, he also referred to Di Maria’s relatively older age: last February he celebrated 34. “I’m 44 and I can still play,” Buffon said, “age does not matter. Motivation and passion are much more important. If Di Maria joins Juventus, it means That he is willing to do it. “