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Arsenal, Chelsea and Man United target Marco Verratti discusses future role
MARCO VERRATTI admits his task of replacing Andrea Pirlo is a tough one.
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The Juventus veteran is injured and will miss Saturday's clash with Bulgaria and Verrati is expected to come into the side.
And the PSG man - touted as Pirlo's long-term successor - says he's learnt a lot from him.
"It's very difficult to replace someone like Pirlo," Veratti said.
Marco Verratti talks about replacing Andrea Pirlo
"He's a true champion and once he's ready to comeback it won't be a tragedy if I go back to sitting on the bench. Even though we could play together at times.
"I don't feel any pressure. I like pressure. When you're with the national team every match is an exam.
"I know what the boss wants from me. I've learnt a lot by spending time with him and from a tactical point of view he's the best manager I've ever had."
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