Sarri: Only Positive Start Was at Chelsea

Maurizio Sarri admits his career starts have been tough, with Chelsea the lone bright spot, as he faces a Juventus reunion.

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What happened. Maurizio Sarri insists Atalanta shouldn't be concerned about their mixed start, noting that the only positive start in his career was at Chelsea. He also admits he doesn't have good memories of his time at Juventus.

• Sarri is implementing a new playing style at Atalanta, who have used a three-man defence for a decade.
• He compared the current difficulties to his early days at Empoli and Napoli.
• Sarri said the club has not set short-term targets, focusing on long-term building.

“The only positive start I had was at Chelsea, but for the rest it was always difficult.”

— Maurizio Sarri

Sarri's Atalanta face Juventus on Sunday, a reunion with his former club where he spent one season.

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