It’s Official: Pavel Nedved to Leave Juventus
By: alessio | May 30th, 2009
The announcement, after days of rumors that wanted the Czech to leave football next season, came in a short communique: “«After eight seasons with Juventus it is time to bid farewell to all the supporters, my team mates and the club and thank them for all the support I received in these years. In Turin I won 4 scudetti and a golden ball. As from Monday I’ll start thinking of my future. I would like to especially thank my wife Ivana and my son and daughter for always supporting me, accompanying me throughout my career allowing me to reach extraordinary goals. I will continue to feel tied to Juventus by means of an affectionate relationship and I am particularly thankful to the Agnelli family for having given me the opportunity of playing for this great team. I would like to make it clear that my decision has nothing to do with any economical factors». ” (of a proposed contract)
A more indepth post on Nedved will be up soon.
Grazie per tutto, Pavel.
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I dont believe the last sentence:
At the base of my decision, there was nothing related to the economic conditions.” (of a proposed contract)
Why dont we get rid of Tiago and Poulsen (both have really high wage) and that offer a better contract that Pevel totally deserves?
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Why am I feeling angry instead of sad?
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He said it’s not about the money, although I suppose if we offered him a ridiculously high wage he’d agree. He’s mentioned a lot of times about that being a calciatore is really hard on his family, who he is very close to.
Sadly, I do not expect to see him in a role at Juve. Like Maldini, he’s said he isn’t interested in coaching and doesn’t want to do a directors role or anything. For now, he’s going to be hanging out with his family and playing plenty of golf. Mauro and Del Piero are gonna have it rough on the green.
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I remember back then I was angry because Zidane went to Real Madrid. Days after I woke up, read the newspaper and there was picture of him. Man, I almost cry.
Goodbye Pavel.
If there is a chance to write in this blog or anywhere else, Pavel would be the nickname I would definitely choose.
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Pavel will be missed…a true professional…and role model for the younger players…
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Nedved has been the right man for the job after selling Zidane. He will be missed and as Dave mentioned he is a role model for the younger players. Hopefully we will see him at Juve in some capacity in the future.
Thank you Nedved!
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paval paval oh paval i miss you already. this guy is better than zidane and unlucky like maldini he should had won the CL in 2003 and UEFA NATION CUP in portugal such unlucky player
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I was hoping he would want to become a team manager like Pessotto. It would be great to still have his influence on and around the team. But we must respect the man’s wishes.
Grazie Pavel. It was great having you as a Juventino.
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Ok guys, what about this regarding Nedved:
(Mino Raiola)
“For now we say goodbye to Juve, a decision that was already very difficult… From Monday we will think about the future… I have already received many requests from Italy and abroad”http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/may30s.html
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Raiola, like most agents, is a slimeball so I don’t care what he says. He’s Ibra’s agent as well, so take that for what it’s worth. I don’t expect to see Nedved play on, unless maybe to go back to Sparta Prague or anything. It’s not a question of money or playing time for him.
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Like all beautiful stories, even the one featuring Juventus and Pavel Nedved has come to an end. It was a fantastic story which lasted 8 seasons and which is rich in satisfaction for both parties.
Nedved joined Juventus from Lazio at the beginning of the 2001/02 season. Lazio was the team that brought him to Italy and with him won a scudetto, 2 Coppa Italia, 2 Italian Super Cups, a Cup Winners Cup and a UEFA Cup.
In black and white his trophy cupboard added to its content. As from his first season he contributed to the winning of the scudetto after coming from behind Inter. His unforgettable goal against Piacenza two days from the end of the season re-opened the title race.
The 2002/03 season was even richer in satisfaction: another tricolour and a Champions League final against Milan which he missed due to suspension. Notwithstanding this he still won the golden ball 2003 which he more then deserved.
After the Lippi era, with Capello as coach, he contributed to two scudetto won on the field and then revoked. He was amongst the bianconeri who decided to stay with the club even during the season spent in Serie B and with his performances and his goals helped to bring Juventus first back into the Serie A and then into the Champions League.
Tomorrow’s match against Lazio will be his 326th appearance in which he scored 65 goals. The numbers say much (but not all!) about Pavel Nedved and what he has meant to Juventus.
The relationship between Juventus and Pavel Nedved is about to come to an end. Sunday’s match against Lazio (the only other Italian team for which he played) will be the last match of the Czech as a bianconero.
Juventus answered by means of a note: «Juventus took note of Pavel Nedved’s decision to end his career in black and white after his contract expires. Tomorrow, during the last home match, the club, the players and all the supporters will give him the right tribute as a thank you to a player who wrote memorable pages in the history of this club, contributing in a determinative manner to the reaching of important goals. During his 8 years in black and white Nedved always fielded his maximum effort, showing great attachment to the jersey and a great dedication which will remain in the memories of all Juventus fans of both today tomorrow. The club wishes Pavel Nedved an equally victorious future in the hope of maintaining a professional partnership which thanks to his charisma and experience can give him and Juventus more causes for satisfaction».
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Grazie, Pavel!
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One of the best left midfielders in the world, after his game on Sunday, he will be transformed from player to Legend.
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It might get a bit dusty in my apartment tomorrow watching the match. I hope at some point we see him involved with Juve in an advisor role, maybe in the youth sector. He’s what every youth player should aspire to be like.
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Nedved= diving elf
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I hope Diego is as loyal as Nedved is.
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He’s flopped his last flop.
Who else will give Del Piero free kicks in the final third?
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Vincent=Jelous perdazzuro. Rosica…
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Vincent = Hating Cun t
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NOOOOOOOOOO….this can’t be real! But it is and all I’ve got the energy to say is Grazie Nedved, we’ve had 8 truly amazing years. my one great wish for him was to win the CL with Juve. C’mon Nedved please change your mind just once more. What a professional with the guts, skills and flair like nobody else!
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i don’t know which of you juve fans really knows the team but: Was Diego really brought in to fill the void that was going to be left by Nedved?
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That, if anything, Sergio, is the hallmark of the new administration. At least we’re not hunting out of the bargain bin anymore.
I’m wearing my Pavel jersey and will be doing with pride all day tomorrow.
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I’ve only been a fan of football/soccer for this season so far, but i’m gonna be for years to come, and i already have a high level of respect for Nedved. Grazie Pavel.
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What a player.
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There is always an end to every journey. The journey of Pavel with Juve has ended but the journey of Pavel as a footballer still goes on. All the best in the future Pavel
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