Mueez Ajao
– Kean confident he can fill Juventus boots of all-time great
– Moise Kean was the man Juventus turned to after seeing Cristiano Ronaldo depart for Manchester United, but the 21-year-old says he does not “feel any pressure” filling the boots of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner in Turin.
– The Bianconeri found themselves a striker light as the summer transfer window prepared to close, with the iconic Portuguese walking away from the final year of his contract as he headed back to Old Trafford.
– Massimiliano Allegri has various other options at his disposal, including Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata, but Kean – who stepped out of the club’s academy system in 2016 – was the man drafted in following Ronaldo’s exit as a two-year loan deal was struck with Everton.
– Kean told reporters: “I don’t feel any pressure in replacing Ronaldo.
– “I just want to lend a hand to the team where I grew up and where I lived good times.
– “I just want to play, I have no pressure, I just feel the responsibility of wearing the Juventus shirt.”
– He added: “I’ve always loved playing for this club. As soon as the opportunity arose, there was no doubt in my mind and I made the right choice. Juventus have always had a place in my heart.
– “I’m very lucky to have experienced different leagues like the Premier League and Ligue 1 at my age. I’ve learnt a lot and now I’m ready to give my all for this team.
– “I’m here to help the team. This is the club where I grew up and I have lots of great memories. I do feel a sense of responsibility in playing for Juve but it’s not a burden.
– “We have a young team with lots of experience. We haven’t made the best of starts but Juventus always aim high and I’m sure we’ll achieve great results.
– “Allegri is a coach who always aims for the top and he’s taught me lots of things. The Malmo game was good for morale. We’re ready for our match against AC Milan on Sunday.”
– Kean hit eight goals through 21 appearances for Juve during his first spell at the club, which included a loan stint at Hellas Verona in 2017-18.
