Prandelli: Vlahovic showing champion mentality; his problem is a team problem

Former Fiorentina coach Cesare Prandelli feels Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is showing the right attitude during his form crisis.

The Serb had a penalty saved in Juve's victory over Sampdoria on Sunday.

Prandelli told TMW: "I'd start with the penalty: they can make mistakes. But the reaction he had after making a mistake was that of a great player.

"He didn't lower his head and tried in every possible way. I think he's a very, very strong player.

"Mino Favini always told me that valuing the value of a striker is crucial. The problem is a team problem. If you have a player like that you have to create more. When you go on the outside you have to avoid many fakes and serve the striker.

"I would underline those 15 minutes because it was a reaction from a great player."