Diego Maradona Makes Kalidou Koulibaly Racism Claim, Talks Antonio Conte, More

Napoli legend Diego Maradona has claimed racism in football is holding back star centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly. He also believes his former club is at a disadvantage in Serie A because newly crowned champions Juventus are helped by referees. 

Maradona’s highly controversial outburst didn’t spare former Juve chief and incoming Chelsea gaffer Antonio Conte, whom Maradona believes has made a dubious career move.

The comments were made during an interview with Piuenne TV (h/t Spanish publication Sport). Maradona was eager to speak out against what he feels is an unjust perception of 24-year-old Senegalese international Koulibaly: “If Koulibaly was white he would be playing for Real Madrid or Barcelona. Racism still exists in football. The white players are always favoured over black players—and that is a disgrace.”

Koulibaly has reportedly been scouted by Chelsea as a potential signing for Conte, according to Matt Law of the Daily Telegraph. The same report also indicated Manchester United and Bayern Munich have shown an interest.

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Maradona’s ire also extended to Juventus, particularly the Turin club’s recent climb to a latest …

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