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Giorgio Chiellini Believes Sergio Ramos Is the Best Defender in the World

Juventus' veteran centre-back Giorgio Chiellini has said he believes Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos is the best defender in the world.

Both Chiellini and Ramos have been at the summit of the sport for long spells of their distinguished careers, and despite approaching the twilight of their playing days they each remain colossal figures for their respective sides.

Ahead of Juventus' trip to Madrid to face Atletico at the Wanda Metropolitano in the UEFA Champions League, Chiellini was asked whether he believes he's the standout centre-back in the game. "No, I think it's Sergio Ramos," said the Italian, per Marca (h/t Football Italia).