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Beppe Marotta says Juventus can move in the January market if required, but that there is faith in the squad currently under Max Allegri’s guidance.
On from praising the early impact the former Milan Coach has had in Turin since his summer arrival, the director general has commented on the suggestion further transfer work may be done in midseason.
“In January if we need to do so then we will make corrective measures,” Marotta has explained on Radio 1 today.
“We are happy with the group at the disposal of Allegri, we are competitive in Italy and even in Europe, where there are other clubs stronger than us.
“I have heard criticism of our defence, but if I am not mistaken, after three games we have not conceded a goal.
“In recent years, Juventus’ appeal has returned to what it was in the past. Years ago, [Udinese” data-scaytid=”11″>Udinese forward Antonio] Di Natale would not come, but now champions are willingly doing so.
“We have created a structure, with [sporting director Fabio] Paratici that allows us to take advantage of opportunities in the market.”
Marotta was asked a couple of questions about strikers.
“Mario Balotelli? We never went in for him. Alvaro Morata? He got injured in a surprising manner in just his first training session and has only recently returned.
“We are counting on him, but the competition is great in attack. We have so many competitions to play and so he will have his space.”
Juve have an option to buy back Simone Zaza next summer, whilst they still hold co-ownership on Domencio Berardi and Manolo Gabbiadini.
“We already have five strikers in the squad, perhaps here they would not find the space that they have at Sassuolo and Sampdoria.
“Ciro Immobile, however, was co-owned by Torino and he expressed his desire to go to Borussia Dortmund, whilst there was also the economic need.”
Andrea Pirlo may face a battle to win back his place in the starting XI, with Claudio Marchisio’s form in his position.
“The competition for places stimulates greater commitment – Pirlo is a champion and his place is not only on the field but also in the dressing room.
“From the footballing point of view, so far, his absence has not been felt, but in the end we definitely need him, as we do the other midfielders.”