Speaking at his official retirement press conference, Claudio Marchisio has shared his views on Inter ahead of this weekend’s first Derby D’Italia of the season.

“I am curious about Inter, as are all of Italy. Inter are a team who are doing very well with big results and they are a team who Juventus now has to chase,” he explained.

“I am eager to watch the match like everyone else. Inter are a good team and it will be a good match, which Juve must contest in. Many of Inter’s players are the same as last year but they have a new spirit with thanks to Antonio Conte.”

He concluded by speaking on how much of an affect he thinks the end result will have on the title race.

“I hope that the title race is more open than in recent years but it is still too soon to be a decisive match as there are still many games to go. That said, it is clear that winning a match like this would add fuel for the rest of the season.”