Paolo Montero discusses development of Yildiz and Huijsen at Juventus
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Paolo Montero, former manager of Juventus' Under-19 team, reflected on the progress of players Kenan Yildiz and Dean Huijsen, who have emerged as stars in their respective leagues. Yildiz is now recognized as a key player for Juventus, while Huijsen has secured a starting position at Real Madrid. Montero praised their strong work ethic and determination, noting that both players transformed their natural talent into top-tier performance through hard work and dedication. Their success serves as an example of effective youth development at Juventus.
- •Kenan Yildiz is now a key player for Juventus.
- •Dean Huijsen has become a starter for Real Madrid.
- •Montero managed both players during their youth careers.
- •Montero emphasizes the importance of hard work in their development.
- •Yildiz is attracting interest from top global clubs.
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"Paolo Montero managed the Juventus Under-19 team when Kenan Yildiz and Dean Huijsen were progressing through the club’s youth system. Both players eventually proved too good for that level and the N...
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