Juventus skipper Alex Del Piero was pleased with the Bianconeri’s performance in the Trofeo Birra Moretti, despite losing to Inter.
The prestigious tournament took place at the Stadio San Paolo on Wednesday, when the Old Lady defeated Napoli in the first 45-minute game before losing the decider with the Italian champions.
“We played well last night,” said Del Piero on his personal website. “It was a nice evening and you could feel that we are close to the start of a new season.
“We played two good matches and I am happy I was able to score,” added the world champion, who earned Juve’s win over the home side thanks to a powerful left-foot strike from 20 yards.
Many expected the player to be off-colour after rumours on Wednesday suggested that contract renewal talks with the club had stalled.
Reports claimed that the Juventino was unhappy after being offered a new deal until 2009 at a reduced salary, as he was hoping for an extension until 2011.
Del Piero, however, has seemingly reached an agreement with the Serie B champions and is ready to sign a deal until 2010.
However, there are still details to be ironed out, with the striker reportedly set to agree to a 20 per cent decrease in wages.
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