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Former Juventus Next Gen coach Paolo Montero is set to become manager of Dubai club Al Ittifaq. Getty Images

Juventus legend Montero set to join Balotelli at UAE First Division Al Ittifaq

Former Uruguay defender to be named head coach of second tier's bottom side

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