Melo: We have to beat Fiorentina

(GSM) – This weekend’s Serie A cracker between Fiorentina and Juventus will be a special match for Juve midfielder Felipe Melo as he returns to the Artemio Franchi stadium.

Melo believes his side have to beat La Viola this weekend if they are to qualify for next year’s Champions League.

The Brazilian international struggled to make an impact following his move from Fiorentina last summer but has recently stepped up his play.

“I am doing well with Zaccheroni. I have improved,” Melo told Sky Sport 24.

“Aside from the knock out suffered against Palermo, we are now starting to win.

“We expect a difficult match against Fiorentina. They are a very good team tactically but it’s a game that we have to win because we are Juventus and Juventus always have to win.”

Asked if he would feel any emotion on returning to Florence for the first time since his transfer in June, Melo said: “Sure, it will be special to return to Florence.

“It’s a city that I will always remember and carry in my heart. Florence gave me everything: the Brazil team and… Juve.”