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Moise Kean Says He Wants to Reach Level of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi

Juventus starlet Moise Kean spoke to reporters after scoring the winner against Empoli on Saturday, saying he has to continue working hard and that he hopes to reach the level of Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona's Lionel Messi one day.

The 19-year-old came off the bench to score the only goal in the win, becoming the youngest player to tally eight Serie A goals since Mario Balotelli. Manager Massimiliano Allegri has asked everyone to calm the hype surrounding the youngster, saying he's no Ronaldo or Messi, and Kean told Sky Italia (h/t Football Italia) he agreesu2015though he hopes to get there one day:

"I'm very happy at another record.