Andrea Pirlo has already contacted Cristiano Ronaldo as the new Juventus boss looks to put the forward at ease in Turin. The Bianconeri legend replaced Maurizio Sarri who was axed following their Champions League exit.
Pirlo's first job in management comes with considerable challenges and if he is to be a success he will need Ronaldo firing on all cylinders.
The Portuguese star has copped his fair share of criticism in recent weeks with reports suggesting Juventus want to offload the 35-year-old.
But Pirlo has taken the time to phone the five-time Ballon D'Or winner and assure him that he remains vital to his plans in Italy.
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