Claudio Marchisio insists Juventus “respect” Leonardo Bonucci’s decision to join Milan and that he “always knew” his injury recovery would take a year.
Marchisio damaged knee ligaments at the end of the 2015-16 campaign, which curtailed his impact last season, but the midfielder is primed for a key role in 17-18 after a successful International Champions Cup.
“I always knew that it would take a year for me to recover from my injury,” he told Corriere dello Sport.
Claudio Marchisio insists Juventus “respect” Leonardo Bonucci’s decision to join Milan and that he “always knew” his injury recovery would take a year.
Marchisio damaged knee ligaments at the end of the 2015-16 campaign, which curtailed his impact last season, but the midfielder is primed for a key role in 17-18 after a successful International Champions Cup.
“I always knew that it would take a year for me to recover from my injury,” he told Corriere dello Sport.
“It’s a Juve side that are growing, we have new players, especially in attack.
“Douglas Costa has just arrived, but he already knows his role on the pitch: you can see that he’s a champion.”
Marchisio then discussed Bonucci’s shock departure to Milan and backed young defender Daniele Rugani for a breakout year.
“Bonucci? They were quick negotiations and we respect Leo’s choice,” he added.
“Still, we have other good defenders: Rugani, who’s the youngest, has matured and must get even better.”