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Chiellini whispers Dybala’s not ready to replace Neymar as Allegri plays down Barça links

Chiellini whispers Dybala’s not ready to replace Neymar as Allegri plays down Barça links

Giorgio Chiellini released an interview with Premium Sport a few hours after the final whistle of Juventus’ friendly game against Barcelona. The blaugrana managed to win for 2-1 thanks to a stunning brace of Neymar who is said to be close to joining Psg in a world record € 222 million move.

Juventus star Dybala could be the player Barcelona will sign to replace Neymar, but Chiellini believes La Joya is still not ready to fill the boots of the Brazilian ace.

“As of today, Dybala is not as strong as Neymar”, Chielli told Premium Sport.

“I respect Paulo and everybody loves him but I have to repeat myself. Neymar is at the same level of Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo and is the player who will win the Ballon d’Or after them.”

​Talking about Neymar’s possible Psg move, Chiellini added: “Figures are high but that’s understandable because Neymar is a player who can win games and seasons almost single-handedly. If a club has a chance to spend as much, it is right to do it.”

Talking to assembled media after the game, Max Allegri insisted Dybala is not going to leave Juve in the summer: "He played a good game, he is a Juventus player and he will be staying with us."