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Wednesday 25 February, 2009 |
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Juventus Coach Claudio Ranieri has an emotional evening ahead as he returns to Chelsea and is relishing the challenge.
The Roman tactician led Chelsea between 2000 and 2004, reaching the Champions League semi-finals in his final season at Stamford Bridge.
“It feels good to be back,” Ranieri told UEFA.com. “Even when the draw was made it was a good feeling because you don't forget four years.
“I don't think I wrote much of the club's history, but the time I spent here was wonderful - the third year in particular when we qualified for the Champions League.
“I have always been given credit by the fans and they always give me a good welcome when I return.”
After the dismissal of Luiz Felipe Scolari and the appointment of Guus Hiddink, Ranieri feels the ethos in England has changed.
“I agree with Sir Alex Ferguson that things are changing,” the ex-Parma tactician said.
“In England you don't have time to bring in young players. Now everyone wants to be top and needs to be top, but there can only be one winner.
“People want instant success but football isn't like that. You need time to build a team - money is important to do that, but it isn't the most important thing.”
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