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Maurizio Sarri Says Cristiano Ronaldo's Next Step Is 'To Recover the Brilliance'

Juventus manager Maurizio Sarri has said Cristiano Ronaldo is hoping to regain his former brilliance as he continues his return to fitness following a knee injury.

Ronaldo scored from the penalty spot in Sunday's disappointing 2-2 draw at home to Sassuolo, a result that allowed Inter Milan to go one point clear of the Bianconeri at the summit of Serie A.

Sarri told DAZN (h/t of Peter Hanson Goal) after the game that Ronaldo is getting back to his best: "The feeling is that he has regained strength. He is doing better in the final [moments].