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Chiesa: I don t regret leaving Juventus, they did not offer a contract extension, Mota said bluntly that I don t need me

3:12pm, 4 June 2025【Football】

June 3: Chiesa recently returned to Italy and accepted the "Milan Sports" and talked about some of the situations of leaving Juventus.

Do you regret leaving Juventus?

"No, why do you regret it?"

Why leave Juventus?

"The club never offered me a contract extension, and we had some contact after the European Cup, but no one contacted me again. I immediately spoke to Mota after the holiday and wedding, and he told me straightforwardly: 'You're not in the team's plan, go find a new team.' Still, I still have deep feelings for Juventus and the fans." Is it an insult to be left out of the roster for months?

"No, because I trained with other players in the same situation. They were clear from day one, and I had to train with the team for two weeks, and then Mota didn't want me. I'm a professional player, I took this reality and continued to train to find a new team. I was very disappointed because I value Juventus so much and I thought I could make a lot of contribution to the team."

Have you ever looked forward to more respect?

"I played for four years at Juventus and have been doing well, but the club finally made the choice. Since being ruled out, I was still training under the best conditions, but lacked the opportunity for friendly matches. This forced me to start from scratch at Liverpool, which is not a good thing for me."

Have I received news from the Italian national team?

"Yes, the last time was in March. Spaletti called me to ask about my recent situation and season performance. I was very happy. He wanted to call me in September, but because of his lack of preparation at Juventus, I couldn't go."

Miss Italy or the national team more?

"National team, because it feels great to wear that jersey."

In order to maintain a stable appearance, are you considering going back to Italy? For example, Milan?

"This will be a topic to be discussed this summer. My agent and my family have a very good relationship with Liverpool. Our goal is to prepare for the training camp. We will work hard to find the best solution for everyone."

Will Allegri return to Milan be a helping hand for you?

"I have said a lot about this, I have a lot of respect for him, he has given me a lot, I performed well under his leadership, he is a winner, and for Milan, it is a wise choice. He made me understand that I can be competent for the second striker, which broadened my horizons. Sousa gave me the chance to make a debut in Serie A, Mancini gave me the top in the European Cup, but Allegri gave me a lot in personal growth and playing football."

When was the last time you talked?

"He called me in September and wished me good luck in Liverpool. He was very good."

Is Juventus a thing of the past and is there a possibility of a return?

"Never say forever."

Do you think you haven't played all in Juventus?

"I think I've done my best at Juventus, and although the injury interrupted my growth path. I could have done better, but the coach made other choices, so I didn't get the chance."

Did you expect what happened to Juventus in the past few months?

"I'm sorry because I have a lot of friends there and it's sad to see them in trouble. I didn't expect things to end like this, the club has a plan, but it didn't succeed. Despite being qualified for the Champions League, that's not enough. For Juventus, fourth place is just the minimum requirement. I'm very happy to see Chiellini enter the management, he's a great captain, and he's a guarantee for Juventus."

Now Vlahovic may also be leaving Juventus, would you suggest him to come to the Premier League?

"Yes, but the most important thing is to make choices that make him happy and be able to show his worth. He is an excellent player, but everything is still not confirmed."

Can Irdez take on Juventus' No. 10?

"At Juventus, the No. 10 jersey is very heavy. Ilditz is a smart and powerful player. The No. 10 jersey is very suitable for him, but this also means more responsibility. The owner of this jersey was previously legendary like Platini and Piero. Ilditz has the potential to become a player like them."

Have you ever communicated with Tonali in the middle of the season? Will he join Juventus?

"No, we have not contacted each other. If he joins Juventus, it would be a very important transfer. He is a very outstanding player and has proved himself in Newcastle."

How do you think of Douglas Luis who came from the Premier League transfer in Serie A?

"This situation happens from time to time, mainly because of adaptation. He is very strong, and Juventus is the right choice to buy him."

How do you think of Conte leading Naples to win the Serie A championship?

"Like Allegri, any team hiring Conte will have a better chance of competing for the Serie A title, and Conte once again proved this in Naples, he is a winner who can succeed wherever he goes, just like Allegri and Ancelotti."