Juventus officially signed Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt in a deal worth €75 million.
Speaking to Ajax TV, in a farewell interview, De Ligt revealed why he chose to move to Juventus over Barcelona, PSG and Manchester United.
"I love the way the Italians defend. Many of my role-models are Italian: Baresi, Maldini, Nesta, Cannavaro, Scirea. And I could go on further..."
"Ajax? I played here for 10 years in the youth sector and 3 years in the first squad. But now I have to take another step. For me it is exciting to leave this club. Here I have experienced good and bad moments. But in life we always must say goodbye. I will miss everyone here in Amsterdam."
De Ligt signed a 5-year contract which will tie him to the club until 2024.