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- Kenan Yildiz says trust was the key reason he chose Juventus over Bayern Munich in 2022
- The Turkish attacker felt the Italian club showed real belief in his long-term potential
- Yildiz wants to be remembered for hard work and discipline, not just goals and trophies
- The Serie A Rising Star winner wears the number 10 shirt for the Turin side
Kenan Yildiz has explained why he joined Juventus instead of staying at Bayern Munich two years ago. The Turkish forward says trust was the big reason for his move to Italy.
The young star spoke to GQ magazine about his career choice. He won the Serie A Rising Star award this season. He now wears the number 10 shirt for the Old Lady.
Yildiz said Juventus showed real faith in him. He felt they had a clear plan for his future. This feeling was stronger than staying at the German giants.
“It was not just about football,” he said. “It was about trust. The club believed in me from the first day. Young players need this support through good and bad times.”
The Turkey international also shared his hopes for his legacy. He wants fans to remember his hard work and honest attitude. He does not want to copy other famous players. Instead, he wants to write his own story at Juventus and for his national team.
“Goals and trophies are important,” he added. “But respect and hard work matter too. I want to leave a strong mark. I want to stay humble and give everything on and off the pitch.”