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'It's not a team': Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini delivers damning verdict to manager Massimiliano Allegri after Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Empoli

Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini delivered a damning assessment of his side's 1-0 defeat to Empoli.

Chiellini and Juve boss Massimiliano Allegri were in conversation during Saturday's loss and were discussing the team's struggles on the pitch.

Allegri covered his mouth when in conversation with his captain and the Italy defender shook his head and replied; 'It's not a team.'

Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini criticised his side's performance after the 1-0 loss to Empoli
Juve manager Massimiliano Allegri has overseen a disappointing start to the season

Juve manager Massimiliano Allegri has overseen a disappointing start to the season

The game was Juve's first without Cristiano Ronaldo, the club revealed last week that the 36-year-old forward had asked to leave despite having one year remaining on his contract.