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Italian champion - Turin does not like to spend a lot of money, but if it does, it is only in exceptional cases after reaching an agreement with the head coach and after careful work with the desired player. The consequence of this policy is the addition of the famous Frenchman Patrick Vieira.
His transfer to Turin cost 20 million euros. Half of the amount will be paid to Juventus in the near future. Another 5 million will be paid to the seller by July 14, 2006, and the remaining 5 million by July 14, 2007. The Frenchman signed a five-year contract with Juventus, and, according to "La Gazzetta dello Sport," will receive 3.7 million euros per year.
"Juventus" did a great job preparing for your transfer. Are you happy to have joined this team? - I am proud to have joined Juventus. For me, this move is a challenge, I simply could not refuse such an opportunity. Juventus is one of the strongest teams in Europe, and in Italy, it is practically destined to win the championship. In the worst case - second place.
Have you found it difficult to leave "Arsenal," where you spent nine years? - I wouldn't say it was easy. But I am the type of person who, having made a decision, goes all the way. In life, of course, there is a lot of sentimentality, but there is also room for new aspirations. I tried to make sure that one thing did not overshadow the other.
Would you agree that playing for "Juventus" will be easier to win than, for example, at the same "Arsenal"? - Playing for Arsenal, I had the opportunity to win several trophies, so it would be unfair to complain. Now fate presents a chance to fight for new trophies in a different country, with a new club. I will repeat - I accepted the challenge of fate.
