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Ronaldo returns for testing ahead of second season at Juventus

Cristiano Ronaldo has reported back to Serie A champions Juventus for his first day of pre-season in the Maurizio Sarri era.

Star forward Ronaldo and midfielder Blaise Matuidi took to the Turin-based club's medical centre on Saturday to undergo physical testing ahead of the new campaign.

New boss Sarri, who succeeded Massimiliano Allegri last month, took charge of training for the first time on Wednesday.

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Deciding on Ronaldo's best role in his preferred 4-3-3 system will be a key item on the Italian's agenda.

The 34-year-old former Real Madrid man played both centrally and out wide on the left in his first season in Turin, contributing 28 goals and 10 assists across all competitions.