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In an interview with one of his sponsors, Red Bull (via TNT Sports), Neymar spoke about the prominent names in Brazilian football that should be in Europe.
“Gabriel Menino. There is also Kaio Jorge do Santos, he is very talented. I have already seen two Libertadores matches where he was playing, he can shine in Europe,” Neymar said.
“Gabriel Menino. There is also Kaio Jorge do Santos, he is very talented. I have already seen two Libertadores matches where he was playing, he can shine in Europe,” Neymar said.
Jorge's representative, Andrea Bagnoli, has told Calciomercato of the scramble for his client's signature: "I know that he was followed with interest by Atletico Madrid, Liverpool and Tottenham, but all the top clubs were informed."
Quizzed further on whether the Bianconeri have got a bargain, Bagnoli added: "I really think so, because Juve jumped at the opportunity by taking advantage of the situation of his contract which would expire in a few months.
"He was followed by several European clubs, but in the end the most decisive club always wins."
Who can Jorge be compared to?
Juve believe they have pulled off quite a coup in acquiring Jorge, with many of the opinion that he is capable of becoming a household name.
Bagnoli sees the youngster following in some illustrious footsteps, with there a number of fellow South Americans that his game can be likened to.
"A little Lautaro, a little Firmino; he is a player with their characteristics, but by finding him the right position and giving him experience he can also turn into a Neymar," Bagnoli said.
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Obviously some hyperbole there considering it’s his agent, but I have read the firmino comp the most. Could be Dybala‘s backup assuming Allegri uses the attack we saw yesterday.
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