Juventus legend Chiellini calls 25-year-old Serie A winner 'best defender in the world'

Juventus legend Chiellini calls 25-year-old Serie A winner 'best defender in the world'

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 16:27 - 21.06.2024

Juventus and Italy legend Giorgio Chiellini has revealed his pick for best defender in the world right now.

Former Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini has hailed Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni as the best defender in the world.

Chiellini knows all about being a top defender and winning things with his country, and Bastoni has a similar chance to write his name in the history books for Italy.

Chiellini calls Bastoni best defender in the world

Speaking to AS, the 39-year-old showered praise on Bastoni as Italy look to defend their EURO crown.

“The best at the moment is Bastoni,” said Chiellini

Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni

“On a technical level, there are few at his level in the world. He is evolving and interpreting the new evolution of football.

“Bastoni is a strong defender who is less positional and increasingly technical and offensive.”

Italy have 3 points from their first two games, and they take on Croatia in the final group match needing only a draw to qualify.

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