Giorgio Chiellini is close to making his Juventus return, head coach Maurizio Sarri has confirmed.
The 35-year-old had surgery in September on a ruptured cruciate ligament and was ruled out for six months.
Sarri hopes to have Chiellini ready to return as soon as the experienced centre-back feels physically comfortable, with Juve entering a potentially decisive part of the season in which they play five games in 16 days.
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The Bianconeri head to Hellas Verona in Serie A on Saturday before two games next week, including a Coppa Italia clash with Milan on February 13.