Juventus director Beppe Marotta confirmed a Paulo Dybala contract improvement and Max Allegri “is still seeking a precise identity” for this team.

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"It makes us very proud to see so much interest in Dybala, as it means we spotted his talent early,” Marotta told Mediaset Premium.

Juventus director Beppe Marotta confirmed a Paulo Dybala contract improvement and Max Allegri “is still seeking a precise identity” for this team.

The Champions League trip to Lyon kicks off at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT), follow the build-up and action on the LIVEBLOG.

"It makes us very proud to see so much interest in Dybala, as it means we spotted his talent early,” Marotta told Mediaset Premium.

“Don’t forget we closed this move when Inter and Milan were also trying to sign him. It’s normal that big clubs want our players, but it is not in our DNA to sell champions unless they ask to go.

“Dybala has a long contract and hasn’t shown any inclination to leave, so that isn't an issue, but we feel it's right to improve his contract to reflect his improvements on the field and maintain harmony in the locker room.

“Claudio Marchisio is completing the rehabilitation process. He needs to get match fitness now and will probably play in a friendly tomorrow that’ll be organised mainly for him. His ligament is fully healed and he’s ready to be a protagonist again.

“An organised side is more likely to win and I think this is a winning approach. If you notice, when changes were made to the line-up, it was almost always due to injuries or international duty.

“There is not yet a precise identity to the side, which is what Allegri is seeking. It’s only natural that it’ll take a while with so many new players.

“If objectives are achieved even when not playing that well, it is a good thing. Imagine when we do play well…”

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