Antonio Cassano isn't someone who minces his words - Jose Mourinho can attest to this.
Despite being one of the most talented footballers of his generation, Cassano never played for Juventus, though the opportunities were plentiful. The reason? Here, straight from the horse's mouth.
"I have rejected Juventus 4 times," said Cassano in 2015. "It's a beautiful pussy that doesn't get me horny."
On another occasion in 2023, Cassano actually explained his choice not to go to Juventus.
He told La Repubblica: "I refused Juventus four times. The first was in 2001. I had an appointment with Moggi [Juventus's former club executive] in Avellino, but back then I wanted to play with Totti at Roma.
"Juve never fascinated me, not even for a second. It had nothing to do with my idea of football. I would have only lasted three days. Buffon told me I’m an idiot, and that I could have won the Ballon d’Or at Juventus."
Cassano still had an eventful career, though he never reached the heights he was tipped to. His list of honours only includes a La Liga title in 2007 (though he was far from the main man at Real Madrid), a Serie A trophy with AC Milan in the 2010-11 season, and a few super cups.
Young generation fans, just think of him as a demo version of Mario Balotelli.
