The road to Madrid has begun with the league phase having reached its midway point - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?
Roma midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini revealed that head coach Gian Piero Gasperini was instrumental in keeping him at the club following a six-month injury layoff. The Italian international emphasized his readiness to help the squad ahead of their Champions League tie against Slovan Bratislava.
Former Barcelona and Manchester City star Yaya Toure has opened up on taking his first head coaching role with Slovan Bratislava. The 101-cap Ivory Coast international revealed he deliberately took a patient approach to learn the ropes before stepping into management.