Claudio Ranieri says Juventus are targeting the top four for next season's Serie A return.

The new Juve coach declared: "At the very least we are working towards a Champions League spot. When we met the club immediately said there was the money to bring them back to where this side was accustomed to being - as high up the table as possible. The directors kept their word."

On new midfield arrivals Tiago and Sergio Almiron, Ranieri said: "Both Tiago and Almiron have the technical abilities, but also the determination and work rate needed in that midfield role. They have the personality of a leader.

"These players mix the offensive and defensive play and are also as versatile as I had requested. They're two real Juve players and that comforts me, as the midfield is the brain of the team."

Ranieri is also delighted to have landed Udinese striker Vincenzo Iaquinta.

"I have been tracking Iaquinta for six years and complimented him after a friendly between Udinese and Chelsea, as even if he was a little rough, you could see he had the characteristics of a great player.

"In fact, now he is a World Cup winner. I like him because he never gives in and fights for every ball. This is the Juve spirit of the warrior that we need."