It’s the right choice, as he is the best coach in circulation.

Montella said the former Juventus tactician, who led the Turin club to three consecutive Scudettos in as many seasons at the helm, was more suited to the role than former Manchester City and Galatasaray boss Roberto Mancini who was in the mix. “Conte has proved himself to be a winning coach and at this moment I think he’s the right man to lead the Nazionale,” Montella said.

 “It’s the right choice, as he is the best coach in circulation.” Pjanic, who has played against Conte-coached sides since moving to the Italian capital club in 2011, said the new Italian boss will change the image of the national team.

 “They certainly made the right decision, signing a very talented coach who had three great seasons at Juventus,” the Bosnia and Herzegovina international told Roma’s website.