Kolo Muani on ‘tough’ Juventus compared to PSG and Inter excitement | OneFootball

Randal Kolo Muani is having a sensational start to life at Juventus and reveals how it is ‘tougher’ than playing for Paris Saint-Germain, as he prepares for the massive match against Inter.

The striker arrived on a dry loan in the January transfer window and has already scored five goals over his first five games, bagging braces against Empoli and Como after finding the net on his debut with Napoli.

“It is all going very well, I am very happy to be here,” Kolo Muani told Sky Sport Italia.

“I was given a warm welcome, like a big family. I spoke to the coach, the captains and get on with all my new teammates. It is a big change from Ligue 1, as here he work much harder, it’s tougher and the style of football is very tactical.

“I was glad to get a good debut, my teammates gave me the right kind of service and I was able to make the most of it. I repeat, I’m very happy in Turin and hope this good moment continues in future.”

Director Cristiano Giuntoli hinted that Juve are working on ensuring his stay extends beyond the end of this season.

How Kolo Muani decided on Juventus

TURIN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 11: Randal Kolo Muani of Juventus is challenged by Ivan Perisic and Ryan Flamingo of PSV Eindhoven during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off first leg match between Juventus and PSV at Allianz Stadium on February 11, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

When it became apparent that he was heading to Juventus, Kolo Muani sought out the advice of his Paris Saint-Germain teammate Gianluigi Donnarumma, although some of it came in an unusual form.

“Gigio started joking around and provoking me, he’d sing the Juve anthem… Above all, he assured me I would be happy in Italy. I listened to his advice, immediately felt at ease and took the decision to come to Juventus.”

A large part of his decision was also down to conversations with coach Thiago Motta, who prefers Kolo Muani to Dusan Vlahovic in the starting XI.

“He is a coach who talks so much to his players, gives a lot of advice, explained to us the meaning of this club and that we must give our all on the field to repay the love of the fans. I think the rapport between us in the squad is close and that makes us stronger. It’s good to have a coach like that.”

The biggest test for Juventus is set to come this weekend, when they play in the Derby d’Italia against bitter rivals and reigning Champions of Italy, Inter.

“It is a huge match, a derby. We must prepare as best we can and that is what we are doing over the last few days. I think this is the best opportunity for us to prove what we are capable of not just to our own fans, but to all those watching the game,” concluded Kolo Muani.

“It is up to us to prove our top level, to sweat hard to bring home the three points.”