Post by Taxigirl on Feb 4, 2004 9:38:43 GMT
Parma starlet Matteo Ferrari believes he is mature enough to make his mark at a club like Juventus.
The Italian international is known to be a target for the Italian giants and a summer swoop is becoming increasingly likely.
"It filled me with honour to see that my name was linked with a side like Juve during the January transfer window," said the 24-year-old.
"Yet I’m glad that I stayed here for the time being. However, if the club feel that they need to sell me in June then I won’t stand in their way.
"I do feel like a player who is ready to perform at the highest levels with a great club."
The central defender, formerly of Bari and Inter, has had an impressive past 18 months at the Stadio Tardini.
Juventus, given their defensive problems, are favourites to sign him - and his club colleague Daniele Bonera - in a bid to rejuvenate their rearguard.
One man that has left Parma already is director general Patrick Nebiolo. He quit last night after Luca Baraldi was brought back in a bid to resolve the club’s financial problems.
"I have resigned," he stated. "Parma have appointed Baraldi who will now continue in my role.
"With the January window now closed, a significant part of my job is over. I wish Baraldi luck in doing the best for Parma Football Club."
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