Galatasaray are as strong as the Serie A's best says Mancini

Galatasaray are as strong as the Serie A’s best

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Roberto Mancini has stated that Galatasaray are as strong as the best teams in the Italian Serie A.

Mancini spoke about his sides upcoming fixture against Juventus while reminiscing about his victory over the Bianconeri during his spell at Galatasaray.

“Galatasaray are as strong as the best teams in our league [Serie A]. Galatasaray are a team which are used to playing in the Champions League,” Mancini stated.

“That game was a Champions League group stage encounter, while our next game against Juventus is derby.”

The Italian coach won the Turkish Cup and reached the Champions League Last 16 as manager of the Lions.

The 47-year-old coach has won a trophy with all five clubs he has managed.

Mancini recently took over as manager of Serie A giants Inter.

The 47-year-old managed Internazionale from 2004 until 2008 and won three Serie A titles during his spell at the Milan club.