Danilo reveals the moment Juventus changed him | OneFootball

According to Tutto Juve, Danilo has spoken candidly about his bond with Juventus, reflecting on his time in Turin during a press conference ahead of Flamengo’s Club World Cup fixture against Bayern Munich. The Brazilian defender, who now represents Flamengo after several seasons with the Bianconeri, revisited the impact of his Juventus stint following a recent return visit to the club’s training ground alongside Alex Sandro, himself a former Juventus left-back.

“It was a very special visit, for both me and Alex Sandro,” Danilo said. “We spent many years at Juventus and built an important history there, defined by respect and admiration.” The occasion allowed the two former teammates to reconnect with their old colleagues, a gesture Danilo described as imbued with warmth and mutual appreciation.

He also took the opportunity to draw a parallel between his experiences in Europe and his present club ambitions in Brazil. “Flamengo is a globally recognized club. Even before I arrived, my teammates understood what Flamengo means in world football and in South America. But I still think there is a gap, and I would be pleased if there were more ways — the Club World Cup being one of them — to further expand the reach of Brazilian football.” Danilo argued that the domestic game in Brazil remains a highly valuable product and that more should be done to promote its brand beyond just the national team’s successes.

These reflections come at a relevant moment for Danilo, having transitioned from a leading role at Juventus — where he was club captain and a key figure during a period of squad rejuvenation — to a senior position in his homeland with Flamengo. His words about Juventus mirror his reputation within the dressing room: a professional who valued not only on-field achievement but also the culture, continuity, and ethos of the club.

His remarks provided insight into how major football environments, whether in Turin or Rio de Janeiro, shape a player’s outlook and sense of responsibility. For Danilo, the personal and collective journey at Juventus has left a lasting imprint, and he continues to carry that legacy as he embraces new challenges on another continent.

Source: Tutto Juve

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