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Several USMNT stars have made their way to Europe in recent years. The trend is only continuing as New England Revolution goalkeeper Matt Turner has moved to Arsenal. However, who is the best of these stars? Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri has the answer.
Some might say it’s USMNT captain and Chelsea striker Christian Pulisic. While others could go with Borussia Dortmund sensation Giovanni Reyna. However, in Allegri’s eyes, it is Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie who is the best American player in Europe.
Massimiliano Allegri thinks Weston McKennie is America’s best star
McKennie has certainly been an important player for Juventus since his arrival. The hardworking midfielder has scored many important goals for the club, and his work rate is something Allegri greatly appreciates.
The 23-year-old has carved out a place for himself in a stacked Juventus midfield and will find it harder to do so following the arrivals of Denis Zakaria and Paul Pogba. However, Allegri spoke about McKennie at a press conference and revealed how much he thought of the American star.
“McKennie is probably the best American player playing in Europe. I think it’s very important for him to continue showing the high levels he has at Juve,” Allegri said.
Weston McKennie is staying at Juventus next season
Moreover, McKennie also enjoys being at Juventus. The midfielder was linked with a move to Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur this season but Allegri quickly ruled him out.
The USMNT star was happy with Allegri’s vote of confidence and revealed he feels wanted at Juventus. Moreover, he ruled out any speculation over his future and added that he would be the first to know of any potential move.
“The Allegri words made me happy. It’s important for a player to be in a place where you feel wanted. My agent and I, however, are in close contact, and so I would be the first to know if something is true or not,” he said.
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