Spartak Moscow coach Massimo Carrera says he has spoken to Chelsea boss Antonio Conte ahead of the Russian side's encounter with Liverpool in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Carrera worked as an assistant under Conte during spells at Juventus and with the Italian national team.
When asked whether he had gone to Conte for advice on how to play against Liverpool, Carrera said: "I did call him the other day but it's not just Liverpool we discussed. We talked about our families, private matters and all that. Liverpool were also mentioned, of course.
"No need to point out any of the players -- all of them are of exceptional quality.