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'It is gratifying to face Juventus superstar Ronaldo' - Torino defender Djidji

Torino centre-back Koffi Djidji has described coming up against Juventus superstar Cristiano Ronaldo as "gratifying".

The 27-year-old Ivorian joined the Maroons permanently from Nantes last summer, having spent the previous season on loan there.

He has played 14 times in all competitions this season, totalling 854 minutes on the pitch.

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Torino and Juventus are not on the same pedestal as per silverware, accolades and calibre of players. However, by virtue of being in the same city they are fierce rivals with the Derby della Mole often a tight affair.