Juventus coach Antonio Conte has defended the form slump of youngster Paul Pogba.
The midfielder has suffered a recent dip.
Conte said: "Paul Pogba took part in the Under-20 World Cup and only had 15 days to rest this summer. He played regularly due to Pirlo and Marchisio injuries, so at his age it's inevitable there will be a slight dip in form at Juve's level. He is doing very well, he still needs to grow and knows full well as long as I am in charge he'll have a carrot on one side and a stick on the other."
