Nedved: I’ll win then quit
Wednesday 20 October, 2004
Pavel Nedved has confirmed that he intends to retire in 2006 – but wants to win the European Cup first.
The Czech ace is back to his brilliant best but has ruled out the possibility of extending his playing days.
"I’m not getting any younger," said the 32-year-old. "I plan to stop playing when my contract expires and I don’t think I’ll change my mind.
"It isn’t easy to play every three games at this level but in the next two years I will give my all for Juventus."
Nedved has won numerous honours with the Bianconeri but he’s keen to net the Champions’ League after missing the 2003 Final, which Juve lost to Milan, through suspension.
He’s definitely helped his side’s cause as two of their three victories so far have been achieved thanks to his goals in the victories over Ajax and now Bayern Munich.
"I could even retire at the end of this season if we win the trophy in May," joked the midfield ace.
Nedved is fully committed to Juventus after he opted to retire from international football, a decision criticised by Lecce boss Zdenek Zeman.
"I have great respect for him," replied Nedved. "All I will say is that I’m happy that I made the choice rather than just being left out of future squads."
The former Lazio star has also thanked teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic for his second assist in two games last night.
"He tells me that I should be setting up goals for him and not vice-versa," continued the Golden Ball winner. "He’s right but I just look to help out the attackers in any way that I can."
Wednesday 20 October, 2004
Pavel Nedved has confirmed that he intends to retire in 2006 – but wants to win the European Cup first.
The Czech ace is back to his brilliant best but has ruled out the possibility of extending his playing days.
"I’m not getting any younger," said the 32-year-old. "I plan to stop playing when my contract expires and I don’t think I’ll change my mind.
"It isn’t easy to play every three games at this level but in the next two years I will give my all for Juventus."
Nedved has won numerous honours with the Bianconeri but he’s keen to net the Champions’ League after missing the 2003 Final, which Juve lost to Milan, through suspension.
He’s definitely helped his side’s cause as two of their three victories so far have been achieved thanks to his goals in the victories over Ajax and now Bayern Munich.
"I could even retire at the end of this season if we win the trophy in May," joked the midfield ace.
Nedved is fully committed to Juventus after he opted to retire from international football, a decision criticised by Lecce boss Zdenek Zeman.
"I have great respect for him," replied Nedved. "All I will say is that I’m happy that I made the choice rather than just being left out of future squads."
The former Lazio star has also thanked teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic for his second assist in two games last night.
"He tells me that I should be setting up goals for him and not vice-versa," continued the Golden Ball winner. "He’s right but I just look to help out the attackers in any way that I can."
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