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Difra: ‘Only Juve invest in Italy’
by Football Italia

Sassuolo Coach Eusebio Di Francesco sees only Juventus as investing in Italian talent, as he talks Marco Verratti, Simone Zaza and Domenico Berardi.

The 45-year-old was interviewed by Tuttosport and reflected on the development of one of his former players, Paris Saint-Germain's Verratti.

Consistently linked to Juventus, the Coach sees him as an example of the right target that Italian clubs should pursue.

“I moved Verratti back in front of the defence, because that's where he can exploit his technical and psychological traits at his best,” ‘Difra’ has explained today.

“He is not a trequartista, he doesn't have the pace and, most importantly, he never shoots.

“PSG came fishing from our poverty. There were offers from Juve and Napoli, but it was impossible to turn down the French call.

“We should be more daring. We should go after talents earlier, and the only team doing that is Juventus.

“Look at Paul Pogba. He brings together physical and technical attributes in a dazzling combination.

“He is a dominant player who inhibits his opponents. He's worthy of the Ballon d'Or.

“I don't know if he's worth €100m, but it's easy to shell out the cash after the player has been discovered.

“You've got to have the skill to find someone like that when he doesn't cost a thing.

“Juventus invested and waited. Not everything goes right, true, but this must be our philosophy.

“We must look for those who have potential and nurture them. We are preparing Berardi and Zaza for Juve.

“Berardi is pure technique and nerve, but with intelligence. I hope he stays this way.

“Zaza is anarchic and unpredictable, especially when it comes to scoring goals.

“If they go to Juventus, that's because the club considers them important.

“I think they are. Berardi is only 20-years-old, and he's been playing at high levels for the last three seasons.”
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I love this guy, nice coach Eusebio

Memmorieeess

18:40 - VIDAL HAS WORKED PART - This morning Juventus has coached in the game against Borussia Dortmund. Arturo Vidal, according to Sky Sports, he worked in differentiated as scheduled. Today, Simone Pepe and Martin Caceres, despite the rain, they stopped with the fans in attendance at Vinovo.

14:44 - Tuesday I WILL PLAY titolarissimi - Juventus, in the morning, took to the field for training ahead of the Champions League match. Tuesday, probably, will meet again in the field Lichtsteiner, Evra, Vidal. Morata who yesterday were kept at rest. The Chilean against Atalanta was not even called for a physical problem, but if there are no hitches, according to Sky Sports, will own against Borussia. As well as next to Tevez will return Morata. Allegri against the Germans will rely to his best men.

14:31 - ATHLETICS AND TECHNIQUE FOR WHO HAS PLAYED YESTERDAY - Juventus, through its official website has provided the details of today's meeting: "It was becoming a catchphrase for a few weeks, in interviews, press conferences, even in speeches "bar": Juventus continued to focus on the league, but for the rest of the world seemed to be no more than the match against Borussia. Now there is nothing else for Juve: archived race with Atalanta, the team can finally concentrate on the Champions and start to prepare for the game. He did it already this morning, when she found herself in Vinovo, just hours after his victory over Bergamo, for the first of the sessions that will lead to the European commitment of Tuesday. The players engaged last night at the Stadium have supported a recovery work, the rest of the group has faced an athletic and technical work, while Vidal trained in differentiated. Tomorrow, two days before the match, is scheduled for another morning session. " it said on Juventus.com.

13:50 - MORNING WORKOUT - Juventus have already started to prepare for Tuesday's match against Borussia Dortmund. Massimiliano Allegri and his boys came together this morning to train ahead of the Champions. Attending the meeting was Fabio Guild. Who played yesterday played a light work, more intense activity for the rest of the group.

Juventus 'most popular in Europe'
By Football Italia staff

Data from a Swedish study, published in the Wall Street Journal, indicates Juventus are the most popular club remaining in the Champions League.

The fan-app Forza Football collected data from four million football fans across the continent, and found that the Bianconeri were the most popular team in 21 of 45 countries.

Perhaps unsurprisingly the Old Lady were Italy’s favourite team out of the 16 teams left in the competition, and presence of Pavel Nedved on the board could account for a strong following from the Czech Republic.

However, Juve also ranked very highly in Eastern Europe, with fans in Russia, Romania, Estonia and Albania giving the Bianconeri their backing.

The presence of former Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic seems to have influenced supporters in his homeland, with the club ranked most popular in Sweden and France.

Barcelona were the second-most favoured team after Juventus, with fans in 11 countries picking them as their favourites.

19:46 - Pirlo IF IT WERE NOT WITH ROME IN PLACE WE WOULD PEREYRA - Juventus, this afternoon, has already taken up the preparation for the match against Roma. Monday there may not be Andrea Pirlo that between today and tomorrow will undergo medical tests in order to understand the extent of the calf problem. It seems unlikely that the number 21 Juventus will be available to Allegri for the match against Roma, his should be Pereyra. In the attack on Monday, should be confirmed Morata.

17:33 - A MATCH WITH VINOVO Chieri - Juventus, via its website, has provided the details of today's meeting: 'In a Vinovo warmed by a pleasant spring sunshine, the day after the Champions League match against Borussia is elapsed between the gym and playground, where all those who yesterday were not employed for a consistent playing time against the Germans took part in a workout against the local selection of Chieri (Series D). Against amateurs Turin Juventus have played a practice match by 70 minutes. In the first portion of the game, duration 45 ', the back four saw Ogbonna and Barzagli in the center of the line, supported by Caceres and De Ceglie on the flanks. In midfield Sturaro, Pepe and Padoin while attacking the offensive line was formed by Llorente, Coman and Matri. The first two goals are precisely the MitraMatri, able to exploit before a cross from Caceres from the right, then a great assist from Sturaro. The former Genoa midfielder scored with a shot from outside the third goal Juventus, while the fourth is signed by Coman, collecting an assist from De Ceglie from the left, on the fly, hitting the ball bouncing on the ground and deceiving the goalkeeper. Highlights also Pepe and Llorente, who converted a penalty for part. The first also affects two crosspieces, one of which is on a free kick. Lazarus network of Chieri the final 6-1. In the second mini-portion of the game is no room for Rubinho instead of Storari, in goal, and for the young Spring Roussos, entered in place of Matri.A sideline, to attend the sgambata companions, took turns the teammates Marchisio, Lichtsteiner, Bonucci and Chiellini, while a few feet away Romulo has continued with the work of differential recovery. Did not train instead Pirlo after the injury to his right calf occurred yesterday during the first half of the game: today and tomorrow the director Juventus will examine you, the results of which will be communicated as soon as possible on Juventus.com. Tomorrow replicates: appointment in the morning for a second working session ahead of the big match of the Serie A, Roma-Juventus. "Read on Juventus.com.

16:14 - AFTERNOON TRAINING - Juventus, in the afternoon, he resumed training ahead of the match against Roma. Before the gates of Vinovo there were some fans who revelers welcomed Marotta. Sunday there will be Andrea Pirlo that between today and tomorrow will be apprehended. The number 21 Juventus will miss the game against Roma and in its place there will Pereyra.

15:50 - TODAY FOR EXAMS Pirlo - In the afternoon Andrea Pirlo will perform tests at the calf to understand the extent of his injury, tomorrow morning will make other checks. The number 21 Juventus, according to Sky Sports, will not be available for the match against Roma. We must understand how serious the problem of Pirlo that if it were to have a lesion of First Instance may be at risk for the return of Champions.

I think that against Viola we will play like this:

                 Storari
 Licht- Ogbonna-Bonbon-PDC/Padoin
           Pereyra/vidal-Sturaro-Marchisio
            Pepe-Llorente/Matrri-Coman

Pogboom is in doubt for Roma's game btw...

16:31 - GROWING OPTIMISM FOR Pogba - For Paul Pogba were excluded muscle injury and today the medical staff of Juventus has given the green light to train even if in a different way than their peers. For French growing optimism to see it in the field against the Roma, as they lack more than two days before the game. Tomorrow will be decisive for further understand if Pogba will return to training in group. In midfield Monday there will Pereyra that will act in support of the two points, while Marchisio replace Pirlo. In attack, however, there is a runoff between Morata and Llorente.

14:29 - NO INJURY FOR Pogba - Juventus, through its official website, provided the details of the meeting today and announced that Paul Pogba reported no muscle injury: "Still a session dedicated to tactics, the movement of team and department, to prepare for the match against Roma on Monday night. The attention of Juve is focused on direct clash against the Giallorossi and this morning Allegri did work hard his men with possession exercises and ball circulation. Paul Pogba due to an overload left thigh muscle, was apprehended before training. The exams have excluded lesions and French worked in different field. Tomorrow, the antivigilia partitissima, the team will be back on the field in the morning. "reads on Juventus.com.

13:09 - TRAINING is ending - Juventus is finishing the morning training. Then Juventus players will have lunch at Vinovo. As for Pogba filters optimism, because the game against Roma is Monday, so there are still two days of training. During the day, however you will have further information on the physical conditions of the French.

24:40 - And MARCHISIO PEREYRA HOLDERS - Juventus continued their preparations for the match against Roma. Today, you will have more updates on the conditions of Paul Pogba who yesterday did not train as a precaution and at this time the Bianconeri do not even consider the possibility that French is not the match against the Giallorossi. In midfield will certainly holders Marchisio and Pereyra who will have the task of replacing Pirlo injured.

11:42 - Pogba NOT WORRY - Today, Paul Pogba will be subjected to new controls at 24 hours away from the first checks were made ​​yesterday. After the exams that will make the number 6 you will understand if Juventus will return to train for the race against Roma. At Juventus, there is, according to Sky Sports, concern about the conditions of Pogba although will not take any chances. It certainly will not be present Monday Andrea Pirlo will be replaced by Claudio Marchisio, while Pereyra will act as a playmaker.

‘I like Cavani and Verratti, but...’
by Football Italia

Director general Beppe Marotta speaks all-round about Juventus' mercato, touching on Edinson Cavani, Marco Verratti and Carlos Tevez.

The Bianconero executive released some statements earlier on today making it clear that Paul Pogba was off the market, but he later went on to examine several other options in the Old Lady's transfer market.

“Paris Saint-Germain's Edinson Cavani? He's an excellent player, he went there from Napoli with an incredible price-tag,” Marotta considered to the Gazzetta dello Sport.
“It's obvious that many teams would want him. Juventus would like an operation of that kind, but for now it's fantasy football.

“Bringing [Marco] Verratti back to Italy would be a source of pride. To be honest we talked with him, we negotiated with Pescara.

“But evidently we weren't in a condition to negotiate for every player. On that occasion we made a decision and picked up Pogba.

“Given the option, of course we'd have purchased them all.”
Juventus were linked in the recent past with Radamel Falcao, and Marotta admits they were close to a deal.

“He was incredibly close to us at one point. Now things have changed, it's a different scenario.

“Falcao is a top player, of course he has a high market value, as well as a substantial salary. He's a good player.

“Today it would be premature to discuss how our team will be set up in the future, but we're evaluating many opportunities.”

Finally, Marotta turned to some of the players already within the Bianconeri rank and file.

“We have an excellent relationship with [Carlos] Tevez. The player integrated himself from day one not only in the formation, but also in the Juventus mentality.

“He absorbed our history, our prestige and our trophies, which we wanted to renew with him at Juventus by winning the Scudetto immediately.

“We did it, and Tevez is now a fantastic professional and we have the same deal with him that we do with [goalkeeper Gianluigi] Buffon.

“When he wants to stop playing for Juventus we will do our best to respect his wishes.

“But for now that condition does not subsist and we will do our best to keep him for as long as possible.

“As for Buffon himself, the only name I can give you to replace him someday is [Nicola] Leali [currently on-loan to Cesena].

“Buffon can cover the role for many years. As long as he wants to play, he'll keep playing.

“Players like Buffon, [Claudio] Marchisio and [Giorgio] Chiellini, who demonstrated their loyalty and their sense of belonging, are the real treasure of Juventus, along with the Italian players.”

salmano9 wrote:
‘I like Cavani and Verratti, but...’
by Football Italia

Director general Beppe Marotta speaks all-round about Juventus' mercato, touching on Edinson Cavani, Marco Verratti and Carlos Tevez.

The Bianconero executive released some statements earlier on today making it clear that Paul Pogba was off the market, but he later went on to examine several other options in the Old Lady's transfer market.

“Paris Saint-Germain's Edinson Cavani? He's an excellent player, he went there from Napoli with an incredible price-tag,” Marotta considered to the Gazzetta dello Sport.
“It's obvious that many teams would want him. Juventus would like an operation of that kind, but for now it's fantasy football.

“Bringing [Marco] Verratti back to Italy would be a source of pride. To be honest we talked with him, we negotiated with Pescara.

“But evidently we weren't in a condition to negotiate for every player. On that occasion we made a decision and picked up Pogba.

“Given the option, of course we'd have purchased them all.”
Juventus were linked in the recent past with Radamel Falcao, and Marotta admits they were close to a deal.

“He was incredibly close to us at one point. Now things have changed, it's a different scenario.

“Falcao is a top player, of course he has a high market value, as well as a substantial salary. He's a good player.

“Today it would be premature to discuss how our team will be set up in the future, but we're evaluating many opportunities.”

Finally, Marotta turned to some of the players already within the Bianconeri rank and file.

“We have an excellent relationship with [Carlos] Tevez. The player integrated himself from day one not only in the formation, but also in the Juventus mentality.

“He absorbed our history, our prestige and our trophies, which we wanted to renew with him at Juventus by winning the Scudetto immediately.

“We did it, and Tevez is now a fantastic professional and we have the same deal with him that we do with [goalkeeper Gianluigi] Buffon.

“When he wants to stop playing for Juventus we will do our best to respect his wishes.

“But for now that condition does not subsist and we will do our best to keep him for as long as possible.

“As for Buffon himself, the only name I can give you to replace him someday is [Nicola] Leali [currently on-loan to Cesena].

“Buffon can cover the role for many years. As long as he wants to play, he'll keep playing.

“Players like Buffon, [Claudio] Marchisio and [Giorgio] Chiellini, who demonstrated their loyalty and their sense of belonging, are the real treasure of Juventus, along with the Italian players.”

Don't f**K this up Marotta you have a lot of money, resources and opportunities this summer. We can sell players with high transfer values to improve the team in other areas on top of all the money coming into the club adidas,cl etc and the team is having a successful season we wanna see improvements or i hope along with myself other juve fans will call for his head. Pereyra,Zaza,Berardi and Jovetic is not acceptable in my view. I hope you all feel we can improve

marottalad wrote:

salmano9 wrote:
‘I like Cavani and Verratti, but...’
by Football Italia

Director general Beppe Marotta speaks all-round about Juventus' mercato, touching on Edinson Cavani, Marco Verratti and Carlos Tevez.

The Bianconero executive released some statements earlier on today making it clear that Paul Pogba was off the market, but he later went on to examine several other options in the Old Lady's transfer market.

“Paris Saint-Germain's Edinson Cavani? He's an excellent player, he went there from Napoli with an incredible price-tag,” Marotta considered to the Gazzetta dello Sport.
“It's obvious that many teams would want him. Juventus would like an operation of that kind, but for now it's fantasy football.

“Bringing [Marco] Verratti back to Italy would be a source of pride. To be honest we talked with him, we negotiated with Pescara.

“But evidently we weren't in a condition to negotiate for every player. On that occasion we made a decision and picked up Pogba.

“Given the option, of course we'd have purchased them all.”
Juventus were linked in the recent past with Radamel Falcao, and Marotta admits they were close to a deal.

“He was incredibly close to us at one point. Now things have changed, it's a different scenario.

“Falcao is a top player, of course he has a high market value, as well as a substantial salary. He's a good player.

“Today it would be premature to discuss how our team will be set up in the future, but we're evaluating many opportunities.”

Finally, Marotta turned to some of the players already within the Bianconeri rank and file.

“We have an excellent relationship with [Carlos] Tevez. The player integrated himself from day one not only in the formation, but also in the Juventus mentality.

“He absorbed our history, our prestige and our trophies, which we wanted to renew with him at Juventus by winning the Scudetto immediately.

“We did it, and Tevez is now a fantastic professional and we have the same deal with him that we do with [goalkeeper Gianluigi] Buffon.

“When he wants to stop playing for Juventus we will do our best to respect his wishes.

“But for now that condition does not subsist and we will do our best to keep him for as long as possible.

“As for Buffon himself, the only name I can give you to replace him someday is [Nicola] Leali [currently on-loan to Cesena].

“Buffon can cover the role for many years. As long as he wants to play, he'll keep playing.

“Players like Buffon, [Claudio] Marchisio and [Giorgio] Chiellini, who demonstrated their loyalty and their sense of belonging, are the real treasure of Juventus, along with the Italian players.”

Don't f**K this up Marotta you have a lot of money, resources and opportunities this summer. We can sell players with high transfer values to improve the team in other areas on top of all the money coming into the club adidas,cl etc and the team is having a successful season we wanna see improvements or i hope along with myself other juve fans will call for his head. Pereyra,Zaza,Berardi and Jovetic is not acceptable in my view. I hope you all feel we can improve  

Call his head for what? Taking Pirlo,Llorente,Licht,Vidal,Barzagli,Pogba, Tevez for nothing? Not selling any of our star players like Roma do? For getting the best U21 player from the squad of Spain and getting him for 20 million in Juve with right RM to buy him back for 30-35mil plus pay us every bonus and salary? Making strong bench? Sure he saved some money but let's face it those money were used to raise Pogba's salary and keep him here. Signing Conte and Allegri? Bringing home 3-4 scudetti in a row?


Also Our jersey's for next season

The second one is SEX

I am happy that he is saying that he wants to see leali as buffon's heir

As for the kits, the first one is the best and the rest look ugly lol

@marrotalad: trading immobile for morata, what a beast. Immobile is doing shite in dortmund now...

14:44 - Pogba TOWARDS CONVOCAZIONE- Today, Paul Pogba has intensified the work and obtained satisfactory answers for the match against Roma. French, according to Sky Sports, goes to the call for the game on Monday. So along with Pogba in midfield should be Vidal and Marchisio, with Pereyra will be the playmaker. In attack, however, along with Tevez in recent weeks has played a specific job to be ready for this tour de force of competition, should be Morata. The number 9 is favored Juventus on Llorente.

14:32 - GOOD FEEDBACK FOR Pogba - Juventus, through its official website, provided the details of today's meeting: "More days pass, more salt increases the concentration of the team and the attention to detail by Allegri: Roma-Juventus is coming and the work of the Bianconeri is entirely devoted to the preparation of the challenge, as well as that of the technician that even this morning he did support his men a tactical training. The group is dedicated to the possession and circulation ball , trying long movements on the race Monday sera.Paul Pogba has intensified field work, getting good risposte.Domani, the eve of the match at the Olimpico, the team will train in the afternoon, before the session, coach Allegri meet journalists at the press conference. The event is scheduled for 12:00 at the Media Center in Vinovo. "read on Juventus.com.

Vidal got injured again

17:04 - NOTHING SERIOUS FOR VIDAL - In today's session, Arturo Vidal has undergone a slight bruise in the back that does not affect its presence for the match against Roma. In fact, the Chilean tomorrow should train regularly and then Allegri will choose whether to play against the Giallorossi. Also regarding the choice is up to the technician Pogba Livorno. French is not 100%, and tomorrow will be a decisive test, but do not want to take any chances. Only if Pogba will perfectly recovered participate in the trip to Rome.

16:22 - TOMORROW LAST TEST FOR Pogba - Today, Paul Pogba has continued to train separately although it has increased the intensity of the work, but only tomorrow Allegri decide if convene. In fact, at Juventus do not want to take risks, because the number 6 is a Juventus player too important and Thursday there is the Italian Cup semi-final. In today's session - reports Sky Sports - Arturo Vidal has suffered a contusion to the back, but it is not anything serious, and tomorrow the Chilean will train regularly.

Sky - Maran Mattiello could focus on, but not in midfield

According to Sky Sports, the young midfielder property of Juventus Federico Mattiello, spent on loan at Chievo in the winter session of the market, could start for the first time as a starter in the match tonight against Milan. And Maran could use it in a role is not really his: that right-back, in a defensive line with four completed by Dainelli, Cesar and Zukanovic. In midfield, Schelotti, Izco, Hetemaj and Birsa; forward Pellissier Meggiorini. Mattiello we talk a lot of good - reports the satellite broadcaster - not only to Juventus

Reus could miss the game VS us. He got injured today...

Elkann: 'Juve should have won'


Fiat president and Agnelli family member John Elkann says a victory against Roma would have been preferable, while looking ahead to the Champions League game.

The Bianconeri managed to hold their title-contenders down to 1-1 on Monday evening, but the Italian businessman was not content with the result.

“I saw it and we played an excellent game, especially in the second half,” he said to La Gazzetta dello Sport in Geneva, on occasion of the launch of the Ferrari 488 GT.

“But I would have preferred a victory, especially when you consider the way the match was going.

“In any case, well done to both the teams. We took one step closer to the Scudetto.

“As for the Champions League, we started well in the Last 16, playing an outstanding game.

“Things are going to get tough in Germany now. But I believe in the team.”

And there goes our best youngster full of potential. MAttiello

They freakin broke his leg... thanks roma -.- now 1 year of his career is gone in the trash...

salmano9 wrote:They freakin broke his leg... thanks roma -.- now 1 year of his career is gone in the trash...

depends on the injury it might end his career

DeviAngel wrote:

salmano9 wrote:They freakin broke his leg... thanks roma -.- now 1 year of his career is gone in the trash...

depends on the injury it might end his career

I hope not.

GIGItheBest wrote:

DeviAngel wrote:

salmano9 wrote:They freakin broke his leg... thanks roma -.- now 1 year of his career is gone in the trash...

depends on the injury it might end his career

I hope not.

Well SKY said its only the fibula so its not that bad he can recover. Btw its second time he breaks his leg in the same place

DeviAngel wrote:

GIGItheBest wrote:

DeviAngel wrote:
depends on the injury it might end his career

I hope not.

Well SKY said its only the fibula so its not that bad he can recover. Btw its second time he breaks his leg in the same place

when did he break it like this before?

salmano9 wrote:

DeviAngel wrote:

GIGItheBest wrote:

DeviAngel wrote:
depends on the injury it might end his career

I hope not.

Well SKY said its only the fibula so its not that bad he can recover. Btw its second time he breaks his leg in the same place

when did he break it like this before?

from what I read, yeah.

The 0-0 draw with Chievo was overshadowed by a horrific injury for Federico Mattiello, who suffered a double fracture of tibia and fibula.

Mattiello surgery tonight
by Football Italia


Federico Mattiello should undergo surgery tonight with Juventus and Chievo medics after a horrific injury.
The 19-year-old fractured his tibia and fibula during today’s 0-0 draw with Roma.

Owned by Juve and joining Chievo on loan in January, the two clubs united to analyse the X-rays and discuss how to proceed.

Juventus sent Doctor Tencone, the co-ordinator of the medical staff, to the Negrar Hospital in Verona to visit Mattiello.

It’s reported the surgery will be tonight at 20.30 GMT after earlier rumours it would be on Monday morning.

The good news is that there does not appear to be any knee ligament damage, so he’ll be out of action for between five and seven months.

“The lad is fairly calm,” agent Andrea Pastorello told Sky Sport Italia.

“Obviously it was a horrible injury and interrupted important steps forward in his career. More than anything he’s disappointed to see his season end here.”