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'Pep Guardiola is one of the best': Andrea Pirlo reveals he is modelling himself on Manchester City's boss as he tries to bring Juventus their first European success in 25 years

Juventus head coach Andrea Pirlo has revealed he is modelling himself on Pep Guardiola as he attempts to bring the Champions League trophy back to Turin for the first time in 25 years.

Pirlo, 41, who only took over the reins at the Allianz Stadium in August, just a week after he was appointed as the coach to the club's Under 23s, describes the Manchester City boss as 'one of the best' in the business.

His appointment followed the departure of Maurizio Sarri, who had led Juve to another Serie A championship in his one season in charge but failed to deliver the progress in Europe the club craves.