Juventus boss Max Allegri hailed Simone Padoin's performance in victory over Empoli yesterday.

Carlos Tevez and Roberto Pereyra struck the goals for Juve.

"Padoin is proving himself to be a great professional. As well as being able to play in many different roles, he also has the characteristics to become a Coach!

"He's tactically intelligent and it's tough to play in front of the defence. He brings balance to the side and anywhere you put him, he does the job."