The Italian, however, told reporters on Friday that he was fully focussed on improving the team and had a good relationship both with the club's hierarchy and his players. I have a good relationship with the club and with the team so I take this with a smile." Conte hailed the work of compatriot and Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri, who led the 5,000-1 outsiders to the Premier League title last season, succeeding 2015 champions Chelsea. He is a good manager, a good man and I have a good relationship with him," he said. "He has good stamina, good technique and personality.

Source: thestar October 14, 2016 15:11 UTC