19 - Khéphren Thuram

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Modificato July 13, 2024 da Socrates

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Juventus forced to wait until the summer to land midfield target

 

 

Juventus has been monitoring Khephren Thuram for several months and was even linked with a potential move for him in the January transfer window.

 

Thuram, a midfielder, has established himself as one of the top players in his position in Ligue 1, and Juventus is interested in adding him to their squad to address the midfield void.

 

While the Bianconeri have several players on their radar, the Frenchman is their primary target, and they have been aiming to acquire him in January.

 

However, it appears increasingly unlikely that Thuram will make a move in January, as he is an integral part of the current Nice team. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-forced-to-wait-until-the-summer-to-land-midfield-target/

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Juventus eyes three stars in case Rabiot refuses to extend his contract

 

 

Juventus remains keen on keeping Adrien Rabiot in their squad beyond this season, but the Bianconeri are also on the lookout for alternatives. .............

 

The Frenchman might be interested in working with Thiago Motta, but while he wastes time, Juve has identified three players who could take his place on their team.

 

The Bianconeri are interested in Monaco’s Youssouf Fofana and Nice’s Khephren Thuram, whom they can sign permanently. They are also interested in signing PSG’s Manuel Ugarte on loan for next season. .............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-eyes-three-stars-in-case-rabiot-refuses-to-extend-his-contract/

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Khephren Thuram could help Juventus sign him sooner

 

 

Juventus remains keen on bringing Marcus Thuram’s brother to Serie A as he shines for Nice in France.

 

Khephren Thuram has been one of the standout players at his current club, and Juve has been monitoring the midfielder for at least two seasons. .................

 

The midfielder’s brother Marcus plays for Inter Milan, and their father Lilian was a star player for Juventus.

 

Khephren appears to be interested in the move. His current deal expires in 2025, meaning he has just one season left.

 

Nice still wants around €25 million, which might be considered too expensive by Juventus, but the midfielder could prove to be a valuable addition.

 

He is eager to move to Serie A and will not sign a new contract, which could force Nice to further reduce their asking price to avoid losing him on a free transfer. .................

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/khephren-thuram-could-help-juventus-sign-him-sooner/

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Rabiot’s replacement at Juventus will likely be another Frenchman

 

 

Juventus remains keen to keep Adrien Rabiot and has made that clear since the start of last season, but they risk losing him before Euro 2024 ends. ............

 

Thiago Motta, the new Juventus manager, wishes to work with Rabiot, but Juve will not wait forever. Rabiot’s contract with the club expires at the end of this month. ............

 

Cristiano Giuntoli is also looking at alternative players in case they cannot secure Rabiot on a new deal.

 

He has placed Nice’s Khephren Thuram and AS Monaco’s Youssouf Fofana on a standby list.

 

If it becomes clear that Rabiot is leaving, he will sign one of these French midfielders as his replacement. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/rabiots-replacement-at-juventus-will-likely-be-another-frenchman/

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Juventus interest in Khephren Thuram does not depend on Rabiot

 

 

Juventus has been following Khephren Thuram for several months and might make a move to sign him this summer.

 

The Frenchman has been one of the finest midfielders in Ligue 1 over the last few seasons, and he now wants to leave Nice. ............

 

It has been widely reported that Juventus considers Thuram one of their long-term replacements for Adrien Rabiot.

 

However, Fabrizio Romano has revealed that signing Thuram will not depend on Rabiot’s future.

 

He claims the Bianconeri will still work on the deal for the Frenchman whether Rabiot stays or not. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-interest-in-khephren-thuram-does-not-depend-on-rabiot/

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Progress on Thuram, first signings imminent, Kean on the move

 

 

With the deal for Douglas Luiz all but settled (more on him later), another name in the midfield has started to be thrown around in earnest over the last week or so, and that’s Kephren Thuram.

 

The 23-year-old, who currently plys his trade at OGC Nice, has been zeroed in on as the second signing in the continuing remake of the Juventus midfield. The team had hoped to sign Adrien Rabiot to yet another extension in the offseason, but he and his momgent, Veronique, have dithered when it comes to a decision on Juventus’ contract proposal. Fed up with waiting (and in the face of Veronique likely demanding a ridiculously exorbitant salary that the club simply won’t pay, the club has moved on to Thuram.

 

Son of former Juve defender Lilian and brother of current Inter forward Marcus, Kephren Thuram has turned heads at Nice lately, but he’s made it clear to the French club that he has no intention of extending his contract, which expires at the end of the coming season. That would give Juve a clear negotiating advantage, as Nice won’t be in position to dictate the terms of a deal quite as much as they would have liked.

 

Thuram was born in Reggio Emilia just a few months before his father signed with Juventus, and was raised in Turin for the first five years of his life, a fact that could also give Juve an edge in vying for his signature. Indeed, according to a report by Daniele Longo at Calciomercato, Juve have agreed in principle to personal terms with the Frenchman, and that Cristiano Giuntoli has taken a closer role in negotiations with the Ligue 1 outfilt to get the deal over the line quickly, lest anyone else come in and disrupt things at the last minute. Nice are looking for €25 million for the striker, but Juve are hoping to use the pressure of a contract year to push that closer to €18-20 million, or perhaps push down the monetary costs with a makeweight like Arkadiusz Milik. ............

 

Samuel Iling-Junior and Enzo Barrenechea are set to complete their medicals with Aston Villa within the next 24 hours, clearing one of the last major hurdles before the complex deal for Luiz is complete. The Brazilian midfielder is currently with the Brazilian national team at the Copa America, but is likely to complete his while at the tournament.

 

As for Di Gregorio, the major hurdle in front of his announcement has been the exit of incumbent keeper Wojciech Szczesny. Szczesny’s potential move to Saudi Arabia had been on hold for a week or so, but now looks like it’s headed for the finish line soon, which would clear the way for Di Gregorio’s arrival to be made official. ............

 

Multiple reports, including one from Fabrizio Romano, have identified Kean as the primary target of new Fiorentina manager Raffaele Palladino. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2024/6/26/24185988/juventus-transfer-rumor-roundup-kephren-thuram-douglas-luiz-moise-kean-michele-di-gregorio

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Juventus is trying to meet Thuram’s asking price with bonuses

 

 

Juventus is keen to sign Khephren Thuram, as it seems clear that Adrien Rabiot is leaving them.

 

The Bianconeri no longer have much hope that Rabiot will stay, so they are on the lookout for new midfielders to add to their squad. ............

 

The next midfielder to arrive in Turin could be Khephren Thuram, who has been on Juve’s radar for several months.

 

The son of Lilian Thuram has a contract that expires in 2025, and Nice wants to sell him now.

 

They still want a high fee for his departure, but Juventus does not want to offer more than 18 million euros. 

 

The Old Lady is working on bonuses to help them reach an offer that Nice would accept.............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-is-trying-to-meet-thurams-asking-price-with-bonuses/

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Lilian Thuram’s agent insists his son and Juventus can help each other

 

 

Juventus is interested in Khephren Thuram as they work hard to restructure their midfield. ............

 

However, they might still lose Adrien Rabiot, who is two days away from becoming a free agent, so Juve will likely need to sign another midfielder.

 

Khephren Thuram from Nice is a potential candidate, and his father’s former agent believes the move would benefit both parties.

 

Lilian Thuram famously played for Juventus and was represented by Oscar Damiani. Damiani now believes Khephren will also do well in Turin.

 

He said:

 

“How do I see him at Juventus? I believe that Khephren would help Juventus grow. And Juventus would help Khephren grow. So rather well, that’s it. Furthermore, he would also ensure the department gets some goals: it’s another characteristic that belongs to his technical background” ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/lilian-thurams-agent-insists-his-son-and-juventus-can-help-each-other/

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OGC NICE’S KHÉPHREN THURAM AGREES TO JUVENTUS MOVE

 

 

OGC Nice midfielder Khéphren Thuram (23) has given the green light for a move to Serie A giants Juventus. 

 

With just one year remaining on his deal and with no extension in sight, Thuram is highly likely to leave Nice this summer. ............

 

After a difficult season, there are fewer suitors for Thuram, however, there has been interest from Italy, with Juventus and Inter Milan both making enquiries. Thuram has now spoken with new Juventus manager Thiago Motta and both have agreed to the move. It is now up to the Serie A side to find an agreement with Les Aiglons. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.getfootballnewsfrance.com/2024/ogc-nices-khephren-thuram-agrees-to-juventus-move/

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Nice finds a replacement for Thuram to confirm his Juventus move is imminent

 

 

Khephren Thuram is close to a move to Juventus, and Nice has confirmed this by signing his replacement.

 

The son of Lilian Thuram has been one of Juventus’ most important targets in the last three transfer windows. ............

 

His contract expires next summer, which means this is the best time for Nice to make money from his sale, and they have agreed to sell him to Juventus.

 

As they prepare to conclude the deal, Nice have signed Tanguy Ndombele as his replacement. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/nice-finds-a-replacement-for-thuram-to-confirm-his-juventus-move-is-imminent/

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Video – Khephren & Lilian Thuram land in Turin ahead of Juventus medical

 

 

Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram is in Turin ahead of his highly-anticipated transfer to Juventus. The 23-year-old arrived in Italy alongside his father Lilian who represented the club himself between 2001 and 2006. ............

 

 

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/video-khephren-lilian-thuram-land-in-turin-ahead-of-juventus-medical/

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Official: Khephren Thuram completes 20m move to Juventus

 

 

Juventus have officially signed Khephren Thuram from OGC Nice for €20m plus bonuses, the French midfielder penning a five-year contract.

 

The deal was formally announced this afternoon, with the player already undergoing his medical tests in Turin this week.

 

The official statement confirms the figures of the transfer, which is worth €20m payable in three financial years, with the addition of ancillary costs up to €0.6m.

 

Thuram has signed a contract to June 2029. ............

 

He was born in Italy in March 2021, where his father Lilian was playing for Parma, just a couple of months before his transfer to Juventus in the summer of 2021. ............

 

Read more -> https://football-italia.net/official-khephren-thuram-completes-juventus/

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How new Juventus signing Khephren Thuram will be deployed under Thiago Motta

 

 

Juventus welcome another signing, and Wayne Girard assesses how French international Khephren Thuram will be deployed under new manager Thiago Motta. ............

 

If it’s up to Thiago Motta, the Old Lady will be playing high-flying, possession-based total football next season. Keep in mind Thuram will get to enjoy some sibling rivalry as well, with brother Marcus Thuram having won the Scudetto in his inaugural season with Inter. These are exciting prospects for a 23-year-old.

 

Over in Nice, Khephren emerged as a player who overcomes opponents with speed and endurance, with a talent for breaking the lines from defensive areas within the midfield. This led him to win the Crédit Agricole Young Player of the Year award, as voted upon by Nice fans, as he won them over with his spirited performances week in and week out. ............

 

At 1.92m (6’3”), Thuram is a difficult player to come up against (and reminiscent of another French midfielder of Juventus), but quick feet provide him with balance throughout his game, making him a versatile option for Motta. A manager who demands a tight midfield, Thuram will be a fantastic addition in transition and overloading the opponent’s middle third, as well as breaking up the play as a disruptor. Characteristics of a true No.8. ............

 

What Thuram likes to do best: To carry and dribble while linking up with teammates in the final third. If Motta can utilise this skill as he’s done with players who love to burst forward like Riccardo Calafiori, he could be the manager to unleash Thuram’s game to the next level. ............

 

Read more -> https://football-italia.net/how-khephren-thuram-deployed-by-motta-juventus/

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Thuram reveals Juventus has followed him since he was 17

 

 

Khephren Thuram is delighted to have completed his move from Nice to Juventus and reveals that the Bianconeri have wanted him since he was 17.

 

The midfielder follows in the footsteps of his father and brother by playing in Serie A. His father, Lilian Thuram, was a defender for Juventus.

 

The three Thurams do not play in the same position, and Khephren now has a chance to build his reputation in black and white. ............

 

Cristiano Giuntoli made the deal happen, but Thuram revealed that Juve had been following him long before Giuntoli became their sporting director.

 

He said:

 

“My father told me that Juventus is a great club, the biggest in Italy, for him the most beautiful in the world. He told me that here, when you play, it’s to win. Always. 

 

“The first time Juve contacted me I was playing for Monaco, I was 17. I didn’t come here, I went to Nice. They came back this year and I was very happy. For me it’s the biggest club in Italy. When Juve contacts you, you definitely say yes.” ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/thuram-reveals-juventus-has-followed-him-since-he-was-17/

 

Modificato July 11, 2024 da Socrates

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Former Nice manager reveals what Juventus can expect from Thuram

 

 

Former Nice manager Lucien Favre is one of the few who knows Khephren Thuram very well, having worked with the midfielder at the French club. ............

 

He said:

 

“A midfielder with great potential and an imposing physical structure, over 1.90. A boy you can count on and who still has a lot of room for improvement: for example, to be picky, he scores few goals and gives few assists. In short, even though he is a good player he must fully complete his maturation process. And at a big club like Juventus, where he will find a certain Douglas Luiz in the middle of the field, he will be able to do so. Working hard under the orders of the excellent Thiago Motta.” ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/former-nice-manager-reveals-what-juventus-can-expect-from-thuram/

Modificato October 24, 2024 da Socrates

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Khephren Thuram looks forward to facing his brother on Sunday

 

 

Juventus and Inter Milan will clash this weekend in the highly anticipated Derby d’Italia, and one of the intriguing storylines surrounding the match is the potential face-off between the Thuram brothers—Khephren and Marcus. Both players find themselves on opposite sides of this historic rivalry, with Khephren joining Juventus this season while Marcus has already made a name for himself at Inter Milan, contributing to their league title victory last season.

 

For Khephren, the game presents an exciting opportunity to showcase his talent and cement a spot in the Juventus starting lineup, especially amid the club’s current injury challenges. ............

 

Khephren expressed his anticipation for the upcoming match, sharing how playing against his brother on such a stage is a realisation of a childhood dream. He stated, “I’m really happy and proud as a professional, it was what we dreamed of as children. It’s something big but the most important thing is the match, we will play against Inter, a great team, and we have to do our best and play a great match in Milan”. ............

 

Securing a victory against Inter would be a significant morale boost for Juventus and an important step in maintaining their unbeaten record in Serie A. For Khephren, making a mark in the Derby d’Italia would be a perfect way to announce his arrival on the big stage, while Marcus will be eager to help his team extend their impressive form.

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/khephren-thuram-looks-forward-to-facing-his-brother-on-sunday/

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“I celebrated like Pogba, my favourite player” – Thuram reflects on Juventus victory

 

 

In the aftermath of Juventus’ impressive 2-0 win against Udinese, Khephren Thuram shared his thoughts on the match, offering insights into his performance and the team’s success. ............

 

Thuram focused on the team’s collective effort and his own tribute to a footballing idol. “We showed that we are a great team. You can see it when we play like we did in the first half,” he remarked, highlighting the squad’s dominant performance. When informed that his goal had been officially recorded as an own goal, Thuram took it in stride, saying, “Oh, it was an own goal? It doesn’t matter, the important thing is that we won.”

 

The young midfielder then revealed a touching personal detail about his goal celebration. “Yes, I celebrated like Pogba, my favorite player. I play for Juventus like him today, and I did this for him,” Thuram explained, showcasing his admiration for the former Juventus star. ............

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Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/i-celebrated-like-pogba-my-favourite-player-thuram-reflects-on-juventus-victory/

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“Absolutely not” – Juventus midfielder denies being Pogba’s heir

 

 

Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram insists there’s only one Paul Pogba while previewing tomorrow’s Champions League clash against Lille.

 

After landing in France, the 23-year-old joined his manager Thiago Motta for the pre-match conference. ............

 

“They are an excellent team. They play very well. They have an excellent coach, but we’ll be ready,” said Thuram.

 

“They rely on ball possession with their players freely roaming on the pitch. They always surge forward. They won against two big European teams.” ...........

 

“My father always calls me to highlight the mistakes I make and tell me where I can improve. And that is the most important thing.”

 

Thuram celebrated the own-goal he sparked by mimicking the celebration of his teammate Paul Pogba, and later revealed that the 31-year-old was always his football idol. ............

 

“Pogba’s heir? No, absolutely not. There is only one Pogba. He is a very strong player and he has shown it in his career. I try to be the best version of myself, but I cannot say I am his heir.”

 

Juventus had a former Lille star among their ranks in the form of Timothy Weah, but Thuram also feels he knows his next opponents inside out.

 

“Tim didn’t tell me about the team, as I already know them well. I have played many times against Lille. The stadium is very beautiful. Tim is very happy to return home.”

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/absolutely-not-juventus-midfielder-denies-being-pogbas-heir/

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Thuram names the midfielders who help him at Juve

 

 

Khephren Thuram delivered a standout performance in Juventus’ goalless draw against AC Milan, earning widespread praise as the Bianconeri’s best midfielder on the night. Since his summer arrival at the Allianz Stadium, the Frenchman has steadily adapted to the demands of the club, showing glimpses of his immense potential.

 

Thuram’s performance against Milan demonstrated not only his technical ability but also his growing maturity and tactical awareness. ............

 

One of the key factors in Thuram’s development has been the trust placed in him by Juventus manager Thiago Motta. The young midfielder has steadily grown in confidence and is beginning to emerge as a pivotal player for the team. After the match, Thuram reflected on his evolving role at the club:

 

“We are many good players, there is Manu who helps me a lot and Fagio who always plays well.”

 

This humility and acknowledgement of his teammates underline his team-oriented mindset, which complements his individual talent.

 

Thuram also commented on the result of the match, stating: “Difficult match against a great team. The draw is not a good result, but that’s okay.” ............

 

The 22-year-old is beginning to step out of the shadow of his brother, Marcus Thuram, who has been making waves at Inter Milan. While comparisons are inevitable, Khephren’s performance against Milan shows that he is carving out his own identity as a dynamic and dependable midfielder.

 

If Thuram continues on this trajectory, he could soon become a key leader in Juventus’ midfield ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/thuram-names-the-midfielders-who-help-him-at-juve/

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Khephren Thuram beats his brother Marcus for goals scored in 2025

 

 

Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram has scored more goals than his brother Marcus, an Inter striker, since the start of the year.

Khephren Thuram contributed to Juventus’ 2-0 win over Hellas Verona on Monday night with his second consecutive goal across all competitions. ............

 

The Juventus midfielder has scored two goals in 2025, one more than his brother Marcus. ............

 

The stat is quite worrying for Inter, given that Marcus Thuram plays as a centre-forward and is the Nerazzurri’s best Serie A scorer this season. ............

 

 

His brother Khephren has four goals and four assists in 37 matches with Juventus.

 

Khephren dedicated his goal to Marcus last night, saying his brother is his idol.

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Read more -> https://football-italia.net/khephren-thuram-beats-marcus-goals-scored-2025/

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Is Khephren Thuram’s development at Juventus going under the radar?

 

 

Khephren Thuram was not regarded as a marquee signing when Juventus secured his transfer from Nice in the summer.

 

The midfielder arrived in Turin as one of the more underrated talents in Ligue 1, and there were doubts about whether he could step out of the shadow of his brother, who plays for Inter Milan. Additionally, with his father having previously represented Juventus, Thuram faces the challenge of living up to a strong family legacy at the club. However, as he was not the most expensive midfield acquisition by the Bianconeri, his signing largely went under the radar.

 

Despite this, Thuram has quietly delivered impressive performances in Serie A this season. The midfielder has registered three goals and four assists in the league, a commendable return that highlights his growing influence in the team. ............

 

This lack of spotlight has arguably worked in Thuram’s favour, allowing him to develop away from intense scrutiny. He has quietly thrived, proving to be a valuable asset in midfield and demonstrating his ability to contribute effectively to the team’s attacking play.

 

At 23, Thuram still has plenty of room for growth, and his best years are ahead of him. If he continues on his current trajectory, he has the potential to become one of the most successful signings Juventus have made in recent years. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/is-khephren-thurams-development-at-juventus-going-under-the-radar/

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Ancelotti insists Lilian Thuram was better than his children

 

 

Lilian Thuram, the legendary French defender, played for Juventus in the late 1990s and early 2000s, leaving a lasting impact on the club. Now, in a remarkable continuation of family tradition, his son Khephren Thuram has followed in his father’s footsteps by joining the Bianconeri. Khephren joined Juventus at the beginning of this season, adding to the growing legacy of the Thuram family at the club. His brother, Marcus Thuram, has also made a name for himself in Serie A, currently playing for Inter Milan, where he played a crucial role in their Scudetto-winning campaign last season. ............

 

With both brothers now playing in Italy’s top tier, it is natural to compare them to their father, Lilian, who was a legendary player for both club and country. Lilian Thuram had an illustrious career with Juventus, and his contributions on the pitch made him one of the best defenders in the world during his prime. He was a key figure in Serie A, having played for Parma before moving to Juventus, and later, he achieved success with the French national team, including winning the 1998 World Cup. ............

 

 

Despite the promising careers of Khephren and Marcus, the question arises: How do they compare to their father’s remarkable achievements and legacy? According to Carlo Ancelotti, who worked with Lilian Thuram during the early stages of his managerial career at Parma, the elder Thuram remains the best of the three, stating:

 

“I saw Marcus Thuram as a child, he was born in Parma, when I trained his father Lilian there, now I see that he has become a closet. His brother is also very good, but the best was his father.” ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/ancelotti-insists-lilian-thuram-was-better-than-his-children/