Kessie: Heart chose Atalanta over Juventus return

After talks with Juventus, Franck Kessie reveals why he couldn't turn down a return to Bergamo.

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What happened. Franck Kessie rejoined Atalanta on a free transfer at the end of August, choosing them over Juventus, and explained his decision in a press conference.

• Kessie left Atalanta almost a decade ago for Milan.
• He spent time at Barcelona and in Saudi Arabia.
• He says Atalanta want to challenge for the Scudetto.

“It was a choice made from my heart.”

— Franck Kessie

Kessie is set to play under Maurizio Sarri and aims to help Atalanta compete on all fronts.

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