Jérémie Boga has come a long way. Returning from a lost trip to Lorient with OGC Nice, the Aiglons locker room was eagerly awaited by some of its “supporters”, who did not hesitate to come to blows with certain players, including Jérémie Boga. Placed on sick leave, like his partner Terem Moffi, the Ivorian attacking midfielder received insults and blows during this scandalous evening. Logically, Jérémie Boga then decided to no longer wear the Riviera jersey. A moment that he had difficulty recounting.
A new chance in Turin
“It’s been a difficult time for me and my family: I can’t go into details yet. I was stuck at home for two months with just my personal trainer and my wife. It was tough, but I’m happy to have come out of it.”he explained. Despite two months without playing, Jérémie Boga quickly returned to the field by joining Juventus on loan. “Boga represented a real opportunity, a player who knows the Italian championship well and who can make the difference. He needs to get back on track after his problems in Nice, but he is ready”had assured Giorgio Chiellini, director of strategy of the club.
Coming on at the end of the match during his first appearances, the 29-year-old striker has already stood out by offering a decisive pass to Pierre Kalulu against Lazio, allowing the Bianconeri to avoid defeat in the final minutes. Luciano Spalletti has made him a replacement of choice, capable of bringing dynamism and creativity to the left flank, which allows Kenan Yildiz to evolve in a more central role. Against AS Roma, Jérémie Boga unlocked his goal counter, before continuing in the victory against Pisa.
Juventus already convinced?
If he has not yet been established, the ex-Niçois becomes a serious alternative to Jonathan David, still criticized by the Italian press after his performance on Saturday evening. Luciano Spalletti, however, had demanding words towards Boga, asking him to do more: “he has this quality, but he is sometimes a little soft… He must be more powerful and meaner, because he has the qualities of a strong and authentic attacker, who surprises you when he goes deep and you can no longer catch up. The bench is not a waiting room, it’s an additional opportunity”.
After only seven matches since his arrival in Turin, Jérémie Boga already seems to be reviving after his ordeal in Nice. “Juventus saved me: for me, it was like a blessing. I was out of the team for two months, and now I’m here. It’s a dream for me.”assured the Ivorian, credited with a 7/10 by Sky Sports for his entry against Pisa. And what future for Jérémie Boga? According to TuttoMercatoWebJuventus is becoming more and more optimistic about the possibility of exercising the option to purchase the player from Nice. With a clause estimated at 4.8 million euros, it is unlikely that the Turinese will find a better deal on the market.
