Excellent start to the season for Juventus led by Thiago Motta, who Claudio Marchisio knows him very well having played with him in the national team. In an interview with The Sports Gazettespoke – among the many topics touched upon – also of the Juventus coach: “Honestly, given the many changes in terms of men and play compared to the past, I didn’t think Thiago would start so strong. I was surprised by the start, not him. Motta – continues the former ‘Principino’ – has clear ideas, I know him. I’m happy that he has placed his trust in the youngsters Mbangula and Savona, then to fight with the big teams in the league and in the Champions League, more experienced players will also be needed”.
A few words also on Vlahovic: “The game can help, but then it’s the finisher who has to put his stamp on it. Vlahovic can become even more calm and cynical. And he can score 30 goals”. Closing on Conte’s return to the Stadium as Napoli coach: “First there are Empoli and Psv. The one against Napoli will be a game as beautiful to watch as it is tough. To win, you’ll need the right mentality”. Marchisio expresses words of respect for his old maestro: “Conte has encountered difficulties, but he has already transmitted to the team the character to overcome them and against Parma it was evident. And Lukaku, who scored on his debut, confirmed that he is in another category”.