Former Italy and Juventus star Paolo Rossi has described Francesco Totti as the strongest player in Serie A for the last 20 years.
The veteran Roma forward, who turns 40 on Tuesday, has re-established himself as a key part of Luciano Spalletti's plans at the Stadio Olimpico, making four appearances so far in what is due to be his 25th and final season as a player.
Totti is second only to Italy great Silvio Piola in Serie A's all-time goalscoring charts, and has made the most appearances in the division of any current player - sitting behind only Javier Zanetti and Paolo Maldini in the all-time standings.
When asked for his view on Totti, Rossi told Corriere della Sera: "Totti has been the strongest in Italy for the last 20 years."
"Until a month ago, Dzeko was seen as a donkey, and now he's looked at as a champion. I don't think he's either - but he's a top striker," said Rossi.
"The support from Totti can make a difference."
