Juventus have appointed Andrea Pirlo as coach just hours after sacking Maurizio Sarri following the club's Champions League elimination against Lyon, the club announced, according to ESPN.

Pirlo, 41, was a legendary player for the club -- as well as AC Milan and Italy -- over his storied career, winning numerous league titles, the Champions League and a World Cup in 2006.

He was appointed manager of Juventus' Under-23 side just last month but has now signed a two-year contract to coach the first team.