Marcello Lippi is confident Massimiliano Allegri will successfully succeed Antonio Conte at Juventus.
Lippi admits he was surprised by Conte's departure last month.
"It probably would've been better for the club if Antonio had made this decision earlier, but other factors must've entered into the fray," said World Cup winner Lippi.
"I have great faith in Allegri. He already worked at a top level club like Milan and won the Scudetto. There could be initial problems, also due to controversy from his past with the Rossoneri, but then Allegri's great abilities will shine through.
"It will be crucial to start strong. I have no doubts, the team will become one with its Coach. The current club structure is very solid and marches directly towards clear objectives. The club is Juve's greatest strength.
"They have won three consecutive Serie A titles, so it's only natural they are the favourites. It is also natural that Roma, Napoli, Inter and Milan are trying to reinforce in order to bridge that gap."
