Juventus director Pavel Nedved believes Monaco are 'most dangerous when playing away', whilst he also discusses Spanish interest in Paul Pogba.
The Bianconeri will be carrying the hopes of Serie A two weeks from now when hosting Monaco for the Champions League quarter-finals, and their former Ballon d'Or winner gave his perspective in an interview with Spanish publication El Mundo Deportivo.
Juventus director Pavel Nedved believes Monaco are 'most dangerous when playing away', whilst he also discusses Spanish interest in Paul Pogba.
The Bianconeri will be carrying the hopes of Serie A two weeks from now when hosting Monaco for the Champions League quarter-finals, and their former Ballon d'Or winner gave his perspective in an interview with Spanish publication El Mundo Deportivo.
“In the Champions League we could have squared off against much stronger opponents, but we shouldn't underestimate Monaco,” Nedved has considered.
“I saw their game against Arsenal and they impressed me.
“They're most dangerous when playing away, rather than at home. We cannot depend on the home leg.”
When asked which team he would rather not face, Nedved was categorical.
“Neither Barcelona nor Bayern. Not on your life. The farther away from us, the better.
“They're the best two teams in Europe and the favourites to win this Champions League. They're playing a superior level of football and they're achieving some great results.
“Real Madrid are no longer what they were last year, but they deserve great respect. They can change many things over one month.”
The 42-year-old was also asked about Pogba, who is being touted for a possible transfer to Barcelona and Real Madrid.
“We know that Barcelona and other big clubs want him, but he has a contract with us. As for his injury, while he's a player of the utmost quality, we should not weep over spilt milk. We have a great squad to make up for the loss.
“With regards to [Alvaro] Morata, I like what he's doing and I'm glad he was called up for the national team. He can become a champion and he's a really good person as well.”