Amauri: "I'm 91 per cent Juve"
Saturday 26 April, 2008
Amauri has admitted he is “91 per cent a Juventus player,” as the negotiations with the Bianconeri continue to go swimmingly.
The Palermo striker has been linked with a host of clubs including Chelsea, Real Madrid, Milan, Inter, Roma and Manchester United.
This week Rosanero patron Maurizio Zamparini told the media Juve had made the only firm bid and that Amauri was “90 per cent” signing for the Turin giants.
“In that case, I’ll add a little extra and I’ll say that I am 91 per cent a Juventus player,” the Brazilian told Radio Deejay.
“After everything I have gone through in my career, it is already a victory seeing some of Europe’s biggest clubs interested in me.
“I feel very proud and, aged 28, I want to discover what it is like to step on to the field aiming to win a Scudetto or the Champions League. It is the right moment to do so.”
There will be a battle for places in Turin next term, though Amauri is not afraid of the competition.
“David Trezeguet is a wonderful striker. I will do all I can to earn my place.”
The Brazilian is in the process of applying for Italian citizenship and could play for either his homeland or the Azzurri.
“It is a dilemma for me and a very long story. Of course, if Carlos Dunga called, then I would run to Brazil.”