Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram explains what number of of his father’s ex-teammates had an affect on his life and profession, and divulges that Weston McKennie performs a key function within the Bianconeri’s dressing room: ‘He organises a lot of crew dinners at his place.’
Juventus midfielder Thuram launched an interview with dello Sport, the place he spoke about his profession and life off the pitch.
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“I met many huge gamers as a child. I consider Vieira, Henry or Tudor who gifted my brother and me an incredible robotic,” he stated.
“I don’t keep in mind about Conte, however my father has spoken to me about him and his Juventus persona.
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TURIN, ITALY – JANUARY 21: Khephren Thuram of Juventus greets teammate Pierre Kalulu following the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Part MD7 match between Juventus and SL Benfica at Juventus Stadium on January 21, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photograph by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Photographs)
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“I’ve by no means felt favoured, solely fortunate. The privilege isn’t being Lilian Thuram’s son, however having a dad who loves me very a lot.
“When my father joined Barcelona from Juventus, Messi was solely a child, however he was already so sturdy,” Thuram continued.
“As soon as, he gifted a pair of soccer boots to Marcus. Ronaldinho was phenomenal with the ball, but additionally very sort and all the time pleased. My brother and I’ve taken a little bit of his smile. Life is gorgeous, and also you’ve acquired to smile.”
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Thuram’s Juventus will face Conte’s Napoli on the Allianz Stadium at 18:00 CET right this moment.
“You’ll be able to’t have concern in soccer. Now we have a high quality crew and coach, and we’re at Juventus, so we should win,” stated the Juventus midfielder.
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Throughout the identical interview, Thuram stated that Luciano Spalletti is , together with with notes within the Bianconeri’s video room.
Likewise, USMNT worldwide McKennie is having a key function in serving to create a stable group.
Thuram on McKennie, David and Juventus group
“Weston does properly on the pitch, however he’s additionally a terrific man within the locker room, all the time obtainable,” Thuram concluded.
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“He organises a lot of crew dinners at his place, and we get collectively to play playing cards or watch a match. Many people go, David too: he’s a extremely good man, and a high striker. We’ve seen solely a little bit of his qualities.”
Thuram, 24, is the son of France legend Lilian and brother of Inter striker Marcus. The Juventus midfielder has grabbed two objectives and three assists in 26 appearances throughout all competitions this season.