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