Tomas Pochettino has spoken of his joy as the Argentinian youngster stands on the verge of completing a move to Juventus.
The Boca Juniors midfielder is almost certain to move to the Bianconeri in January, with a loan move to Sassuolo being mooted to help the young playmaker settle in Serie A.
“I haven’t signed yet, but I’ll do a medical tomorrow then go back to Argentina,” Pochettino revealed in an interview with Calciomercato.
Tomas Pochettino has spoken of his joy as the Argentinian youngster stands on the verge of completing a move to Juventus.
The Boca Juniors midfielder is almost certain to move to the Bianconeri in January, with a loan move to Sassuolo being mooted to help the young playmaker settle in Serie A.
“I haven’t signed yet, but I’ll do a medical tomorrow then go back to Argentina,” Pochettino revealed in an interview with Calciomercato.
“I’m delighted by the opportunity to play for Juve, it’s a club I really like. They’re a very important club in Italy and in Europe.
“Coming to Serie A is a dream for all Argentinians, I’ve watched a lot of Serie A games. I’m learning the language, I’ve been studying for over a month.”
The 18-year-old was spotted by Bianconero scouts while playing at a youth tournament in South Africa, but the Boca player reveals he almost didn’t make the tournament, while assessing his skills as well as his prospective new teammates.
“I had a groin injury, I almost didn’t go [to the tournament].
“During the tournament Juve contacted my agent, he told me when I got back to Argentina.
“I’m a midfielder, I like to play on the left. I’d say I have a powerful shot and a good change of pace. I’m right footed.
“[Carlos] Tevez is a phenomenon, he’s an idol all over Argentina for his humilty. I admire the ease with which [Arturo] Vidal gets into scoring positions, it’s impressive.
“The way [Paul] Pogba plays enchants me, because of the quality, patience and technique that he has.”