Fiorentina manager Vincenzo Montella believes Lazio boss Vladimir Petkovic has "proved himself to be a great coach", as the pair prepare to go head-to-head on Sunday.

Petkovic replaced Edy Reja at the Biancazzurri this summer and has impressed hugely, leading Lazio to third place in Serie A.

The Bosnian coach has also made the club a much more well-rounded side than in recent seasons - something Montella is well aware of.

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