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Max Allegri reveals ‘annoyance’ with Juventus star after Champions League win over Monaco
MAX ALLEGRI insists Juventus star Miralem Pjanic is still far from the finished product.
Miralem Pjanic helps Gonzalo Higuain celebrate his goal against Monaco
Pjanic turned in an excellent display last night as Juventus swept past Monaco 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final tie.
Gonzalo Higuain grabbed a double as Juve assumed control in France.
Despite the Serie A giants’ fine display, Allegri admits Pjanic still ‘annoys’ him.
Max Allegri thinks Miralem Pjanic still has a way to go before he is a top player
So far, he’s only shown a fraction of what he can do
“Pjanic has come a long way,” Allegri said.
“I’m annoyed with him in a way because he has the technical ability to become one of the three best midfielders in the world, but he needs to stay focused and believe in his own abilities.
“So far, he’s only shown a fraction of what he can do."
Chelsea target Miralem Pjanic in action
Juventus, should they prevail, will face the winners of Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid in the other tie.
Real hold a three-goal advantage from the first leg.
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