While he may not be the flashiest player to don Brazil’s famous gold jersey, Danilo is certainly a great servant to the cause, and one his country needs to clinch World Cup glory for the sixth time.
The 31-year-old struggled during his forgettable spells at Real Madrid and Manchester City, but managed to revive his career after joining Juventus in 2019. Today, he is regarded as one of the most important players in Max’s team. Allegri inside and outside the team. tone.
The versatile defender is currently participating in the Selecao’s Qatar 2022 campaign, and is now preparing to take part in the quarter-final clash against Croatia later on Friday.
The former Porto player is originally a right-back, but reveals he sees himself playing a more central role in years to come, as has already been the case at Juventus.
“I am available for whatever, it does not matter and I have shown it several times. For me it is something natural”, said Danilo in the press conference before the game according to reports by Corriere dello Sport.
“But if I have to say where I see myself in the coming years, I say central defender, because that’s where I have the most fun. But then the coach will decide.”
The Brazil international played at left-back in the absence of fellow Juventus friend Alex Sandro in the previous round against South Korea, and could be up for a similar role.
“We have to wait and see if Alex is available, but it doesn’t matter if I play on the right, left or central defence. I have proven it many times. I changed roles at Manchester City and it happened to me again at Juventus in recent years.
“The secret of Brazil is that the players are always willing to sacrifice for the team.”
