Talking about his journey through the ranks of the Italian club, the 21-year-old mentioned how the five-time Champions League winner inspired him to work hard and push forward.
In case you didn’t know…
Cristiano Ronaldo joined Juventus last summer after spending nine seasons with Spanish giants Real Madrid. Having won numerous collective individual and collective titles, both with Manchester United in England and Real Madrid in Spain, the 34-year-old has had a decorated career.
With the five-time Ballon d’Or winner sailing their ship, the Bianconeri have had the best first-half of the season in their history. Apart from that, the striker is leading the top-scorers’ chart in Serie A as the Bianconerri look to strengthen their grip at the top of the table.
Ronaldo, who himself has a great story behind his success - coming with racing heart problems and skinny physique in childhood - continues to inspire a lot of footballers.
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The heart of the matter
Federico Chiesa, the 21-year-old confessed that he thought of giving up but it was Ronaldo’s footballing determination and appetite that helped him carry on. The Fiorentina right winger has made 100 appearances for the club, so far. This season, the Italian forward has been involved in 19 goals in just 29 appearances.
He continued:
Chiesa lavished praise on Ronaldo’s mental strength, adding:
What’s next?
Ronaldo and co. will host Udinese at home in Serie A before they face-off against Atletico Madrid in the return leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16, next week.
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