Juventus ace Andrea Pirlo says Manchester United legend Paul Scholes was the best midfielder he faced.

Speaking with the Mirror, Pirlo was full of praise for Red Devils great Scholes.

"I have been so fortunate to have played with so many incredible players throughout my career, but if I could pick one that I never got the chance to play with, it would be Paul Scholes.

"One of the all-time greats. A genius on the field, but private - no circus around him off it. I have a lot of respect for him."