Hernan Crespo backs Pablo Osvaldo for Juventus success

Hernan Crespo has said that Pablo Osvaldo can establish himself as a great player following his move to Juventus.

The 28-year-old has joined Bianconeri on loan from Southampton until the end of the season, and Crespo believes that he can overcome his "psychological" problems to be a success for the club.

"Osvaldo is one of those players who depend only on himself," he told Fox Sports.

"There are no doubts about his attacking ability. The problem, rather, is whether he can hold his head in place or not.

"So far, on a psychological level, he has showed continuity. I hope at Juve he can take the final leap."

Juventus are top of the Serie A table and lead second-placed Roma by nine points.