Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain says he is playing well, going to insist that the Bianconeri are ready for Real Madrid and that they deserve to taste Champions League glory.

“I’m doing really well,” he told Tuttosport. “Why should I be excited? I’ve played in Europe for the past 11 years, so I’m well practiced in keeping my emotions in check.

“I feel great affection for Napoli and Real, but it’s the past. We will do everything to win the trophy.

“I don’t have a very good relationship with finals? Well if I score tomorrow, don’t come looking for me …

“In August we said this could be a magnificent vintage, and the right time has come. Max Allegri said he’ll play a great final? I hope so, it will be a tough game, beautiful.

“The whole team feels ready. it would be a beautiful dream, we deserve it most of all.”