Parma striker admits he turned down January transfer

Parma striker Amauri admitted he could have left the Ducali in January but turned down a move to German club Hoffenheim.

The 32-year-old revealed the information after his weekend hat-trick against Torino, while also stating his delight at the recent feat.

“The goals I scored were for my son, he also wants to be a striker,” Amauri stated after his hat-trick over the weekend.

“They are three goals that I dedicate to all of my family, they are always with me even during the difficult times. Two years ago I came here, and I fell in love with Parma and I am doing well here.”

“I am happy to do what I have always done. I want to make the most of my form from here until the end of the season.”

“An offer from Hoffenheim? The voices were true. They came here and I spoke with them but I didn’t feel like leaving.”

“I have a club that believe in me here and so it was not difficult to say no.”

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