Juventus player will stay as long as Antonio Conte is coach

Furio Valcareggi, who is Juventus midfielder Emanuele Giaccherini’s agent, has revealed that the player’s future with the club all depends on how long Antonio Conte remains head coach.

Although he is not a common starter, Giaccherini is still proud to be with the Bianconeri, especially with a coach that recognizes his talent and potential.

Valcareggi talked about the bond between the 27-year-old and his club in an interview with calciomercato.it.

“He won’t leave Turin for as long as Conte is there,” said the agent.

“He’s admired by the club and all of his teammates. You can see that by the celebrations after his goal yesterday.

“The estimation that Conte has in him is well known, as is that of Italy boss Cesare Prandelli. He’s a very versatile player, who can play in four different positions.

“Coaches fall in love with him.”

Giaccherini scored a late goal in stoppage time which ended up sealing a 1-0 victory for Juve against Catania this past Sunday.

Even though he has appeared in 12 Serie A matches and three Champions League ties, the Catania winner was only his second goal so far this season.

“It’s not easy to play at a club like Juventus, but he always finds some space and, like yesterday, can be decisive.

“His strike on Sunday is worth a slice of the Scudetto. Only Juventus can now lose the championship this season…”