Emre Can has strongly suggested that he is unhappy with a lack of playing time at Juventus so far this season.

The Germany international completed a move to the Old Lady in 2018 and enjoyed a positive opening campaign, making 37 appearances in all competitions.

Under new manager Maurizio Sarri, however, Can has been reduced to just three appearances off the bench so far this term.

Speaking about his current situation in Turin, Can told The Mirror: "Last season I played a lot. Especially in important games for Juventus. And I also played well there. I haven't had a chance this season.

"But now I think, when I come back to the club, I will get chances again. I am definitely grateful to Joachim Low. Because I didn't play much in the club and he invited me anyway.

"Nevertheless, he gave me the chance. That's why I was simply happy that I played again."

Can, a free transfer, has added competition after a summer in which the Serie A side also signed midfielders Adrien Rabiot and Aaron Ramsey as free agents.

So far this season, Sarri has mainly opted for a midfield trio comprised of Blaise Matuidi, Sami Khedira, Miralem Pjanic.