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Cristiano Ronaldo has fired Juventus to the cusp of another Serie A title since joining from Real Madrid in a £105million transfer deal back in the summer.
The Portugal international’s decision to move to Turin was questioned by many at the time, with some fans and pundits thinking he was making a risky decision.
“Ronaldo? During the World Cup he said he could leave Real Madrid,” he said of his compatriot.
“It would have been better if he had joined us, but the most important thing is to see him happy.
“He is proving is qualities, he will do well.”
Ronaldo came off the bench to rescue a point for Juventus against Atalanta on Boxing Day.
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And Juventus ace Giorgio Chiellini has lauded his team-mate.
“This year there have been three moments in which we were in difficulty and behind in the game - the matches against Napoli, Empoli and Atalanta,” he said.
“It is no coincidence that in these three games, Cristiano has been Cristiano.
“Ronaldo is a decisive player, we knew it: in the fundamental moments he manages to bring out that extra something he has inside.
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