Juventus chief executive Jean-Claude Blanc has dismissed speculation about coach Claudio Ranieri’s future following four games without a win and reports of locker room unrest.

“We are not hiding from the fact that we are experiencing a difficult period. Faith in Ranieri is total. I confirm him in the post 100 percent,” Blanc told Sky TV.

Juve, who play at Napoli next week, will be searching for its first win of the season.