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Juventus Coach Massimiliano Allegri does not believe the race for the Scudetto is only between his side and Roma.
The Bianconeri and Giallorossi have both made perfect starts to the season, winning three games out of three, but the former’s tactician does not see it as ruling others from title contention.
“It's too early to say whether or not it’s a two-horse race with Roma,” Allegri has told reporters in today’s conference ahead of facing Cesena.
“There are still too many games to be played. Inter, Milan, Napoli, Lazio and Fiorentina, are all possible rivals [for the title].
“We'll have to be very good to deal with all the matches in the right way.”
Allegri also revealed that midfielder Arturo Vidal is close to a return for the Serie A Champions, while Alvaro Morata could make a first start.
Martin Caceres could also be back in contention soon, but Andrea Barzagli and Andrea Pirlo are not quite ready.
“Vidal has been training with the team for the past three or four days, but he’s not 100 per cent and he needs playing time.
“We are in a situation where unfortunately we have players who have been injured and have missed training sessions.
“Morata? I’d like to see him play 90 minutes, as he’s a player with great quality, but let’s not forget he only returned against Udinese after a month out. We need to take things slowly.
“Andrea Barzagli will return on October 1. I had to have him in the squad for Udinese to make up the numbers.
“Caceres’ injury is nothing serious and he should be available for the Atletico game. Pirlo will have a fitness test this week, but he’s already training with the ball.”
Allegri commented on tomorrow night’s League opponents Cesena.
“They are in a good moment of form, they give away little, in three games they have only allowed nine corner kicks and have defended well.
“To win championships you need to win particularly against the smaller sides so as to head into direct clashes with rivals in a strong position.
“I will not change everything in the team – we are at the beginning of the season and I do not need to change anyone to catch their breath.”