Breaking!!!! Juventus set to name Andrea Pirlo as manager after Sarri was sacked today

Juventus set to announce Andrea Pirlo as the manager as Maurizio Sarri was sacked today.

Recall that days ago, Pirlo was named coach of the Juventus U-23 side.

Meanwhile, Juventus were knocked out of the Champions League on an aggregate of 2-2 against Lyon despite beating the French side at Allianz stadium.

Two goals from Cristiano Ronaldo wasn't enough for the Old Ladies who conceeded an early penalty that was converted by Memphis Depay.

According to Popular sport journalist and transfer guru, Fabrizio Romano whi has revealed that the former Juventus star is set to be named new manager.

It's been rumoured that the president Andrea Agnelli has selected Pirlo as the Favourite.

He tweeted: "Andrea Pirlo is going to be the new Juventus manager. He has been choosen by the president Andrea Agnelli. Last details to be completed... and here we go ⚪️⚫️ @SkySport @DiMarzio #Juventus"