As the debate continues over Andrea Pirlo's international future, Marco Verratti says he has no preference as to who he plays with.
Marco Verratti refuses to be drawn into the debate over Antonio Conte's Italy midfield and Andrea Pirlo's potential retirement, insisting he is focused solely on retaining his place in the side.
Verratti played the entirety of Sunday's 1-0 win Euro 2016 qualifying over Bulgaria, starting alongside Marco Parolo and Daniele De Rossi – who scored and was sent off – as veteran Pirlo was an unused substitute.
Pirlo moved to MLS franchise New York City FC from Juventus in July and has seen his international place called into question, notably by Juve director Giuseppe Marotta, who suggested every player should know when to retire.