Marcello Lippi believes Juventus have a serious fight on their hands to again win the Scudetto.
The 67-year-old f0rmer Juventus coach says the reinforcements made to Roma’s squad this summer mean the Scudetto race should be much closer than in previous years, but has also warned that the Old Lady should not be written off.
“My first feelings tell me it will be a much more balanced championship,” Lippi told Premium Sport
“Roma have made two or three very good signings, but let us not forget Napoli and of course Juventus.
“I think it will be an open championship, but remember that Juventus has won the last few titles with at least 15 points and therefore a gap of six points will not be that worrying.
“Are Juventus in a transitional year? They will certainly struggle to win as easily as they have in recent years, but it should be noted that they will certainly fight to win.”
During two spells in charge of the Bianconeri, Lippi guided the club to five Serie A titles and four Champions League finals, winning the competition in 1996.
