M. Pjanić attended the Trento Sports Festival organized by La Gazzetta dello Sport, where he gave interviews to multiple media outlets.

Currently, Juventus FC has specific challenges in the midfield, a position you played for many years. Does the current Juventus squad lack a player of your caliber?

No, I don't think it's a problem. After all, the season just started and everything is still possible. They're only three points behind the leader, so I don't see anything out of the ordinary. Of course, there are always areas for improvement—that's undeniable and true for every team. But the season is still long. As I said, we must always think rationally and logically.

Juventus certainly went through a difficult season last year. I think this season's goal, though difficult to say, is to perform better than last season and return to the Champions League. As Juventus, the minimum objective is always to compete for the top positions in the table. If there's a chance to win the Serie A title, they must fight for it. But realistically, I think the most reasonable and achievable goal is to finish in the top four.

Let me ask about the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team. We saw very moving scenes during Edin Džeko's farewell, with teammates in tears—even a strong person like Kolašinac cried. What were your thoughts seeing those images in Sarajevo for Džeko? And I'd like to ask: given Džeko's immense significance to you politically, historically, socially, and at the national team level, is this significance as great as how Argentina treats its legendary heroes?

Yes, I was there last night. I deliberately went to attend Džeko's last game with the national team. Džeko is someone who has given endless passion to this sport. He had an immense love for football. He played until age 40 or 41, which is not easy or ordinary.

At one point, after the World Cup, he thought about hanging up his boots and ending his national team career, which is actually very normal and reasonable. In football, you must always move forward and make way for young players who are growing and performing well. Džeko received the farewell he deserved, and he absolutely merits it fully. He is undoubtedly the most-capped and greatest player in Bosnia and Herzegovina national team history. He is an idol to countless people. So I'm very happy about all the success he achieved.

I went last night specifically for him. He's my closest friend. We didn't just work together at the club for many years—we fought alongside each other for a long time with the national team, and we had wonderful moments together. So yes, those images were truly beautiful and moving. Last night's game was excellent too. Kerim scored a goal, and I was happy. The new generation is coming, and it's right that we make way and create space for them.

Following Džeko's farewell, another former teammate of yours is at risk of not receiving a dignified farewell from the national team: Cristiano Ronaldo. Everything happening in the current Portuguese national team camp is troubling. As an old friend who knows him, what advice would you give him to prevent damage to his magnificent legacy with the Portuguese national team?

Yes, seeing the images we've seen makes me a bit sad. For anyone who loves football, the current situation is somewhat disheartening. But we can't blame just the coach or the player alone. I know Cristiano Ronaldo very well. He has a strong competitive spirit. He doesn't consider issues based solely on age, but on his true inner feelings. He always believes he's ready and must play.

But that may not be the coach's view, and the coach's decisions must also be respected. I won't say this is anyone's fault or responsibility. What we all hope for is that Cristiano Ronaldo receives a dignified farewell befitting his status as one of the greatest players in history. So I sincerely hope they find a satisfactory solution together.

AS Roma, along with Inter and Lazio, is leading the table. The current AS Roma team under Gasparin is highly praised for their exceptional playing style. What do you think of this team?

I just said today that I think the current AS Roma team is genuinely a pleasure to watch. When you sit on the sofa and watch them play, you truly enjoy it. Watching this team is delightful and satisfying. They're impressive, truly amazing. I've watched all their games this season, and from the first match, I told myself: if they can maintain this level and form throughout the entire season, I don't think any other team can really challenge them. I sincerely hope that a city as passionate as Roma will welcome the Serie A trophy again and celebrate enthusiastically with their incomparable fans.

What do you think of Kerim Alagbegović's form in his first few games for Juventus FC?

Very good, very good indeed! We're talking about a young man only 18 or 19 years old. He has much to learn, but he absorbs and learns quickly, which is a fundamental difference between him and other players his age. He's a brave player on the pitch. He's not afraid to take responsibility, and he loves being on the field and enjoys it. Right now he's in great shape and very happy, which makes me very pleased and satisfied.

As I've said, I have a close relationship with him and his family. We stay in touch regularly, and he often calls me to chat. Now everything is going well. The club is very satisfied with him, and he himself is very happy. We shouldn't put too much pressure on him right now because, as I said, he's only 18 or 19 years old, and he has a very bright and great future ahead. I think both he and Juventus made the absolutely right decision to walk this path together and be part of each other's future.

You just mentioned young players. Can you tell us more about Bajraki Tarevich? Do you think he might play in Serie A one day?

I would be very happy if he plays in Serie A, and I think it's very possible in the near future. Currently, his playing time at his club may be somewhat limited, but he's a young player with outstanding talent and notable technical quality. The national team seems to see consistency and stability in him, and the national team should take full advantage of this. Emir is a player I like very much and an excellent player who should receive continued attention and monitoring immediately.

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