Juventus midfielder Claudio Marchisio: A tough two months

Juventus midfielder Claudio Marchisio admits it's been a difficult year battling his knee injury.

Marchisio has only just fought his way back into the first team.

"The last two months have certainly been more difficult than the six months out with the knee injury," confessed Marchisio.

"I had a pretty serious problem to the flexor of the left leg, but we were able to treat it well and get back on the field. That's the most important thing."

He was given a role in the starting XI for the 2-1 Serie A victory over Benevento.

"I am happy to have played 90 minutes after two-and-a-half months. I didn't think I would reach the end of the game without any problems or cramps, but it all went perfectly well."