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Alessio Tacchinardi impressed with what he sees in Juventus under Spalletti Luciano Spalletti has made an immediate impact at Juventus since taking over as manager a few months ago. The club was struggling on a poor run of form before he was appointed to replace Igor Tudor, who had been dismissed. Spalletti became Juventus’ third managerial appointment in 2025, initially signing a contract until the end of the season as the club remained unsure about his ability to revive the team. ............ In the two months since his appointment, Juventus have shown clear signs of improvement and greater consistency. The team’s performances have stabilised, and they have begun to assert themselves more confidently in matches. Former Juventus player Alessio Tacchinardi has praised the progress made under Spalletti, noting the team’s growing control and attacking intent. Tacchinardi said, “The management has to do something in the transfer market, but Juventus is definitely improving significantly. That is, they’re a Juventus that’s now taking control of the game, going after the opponent, even though they gave it away against Lecce, and unfortunately those were two crucial points.” ............ Spalletti’s arrival has brought a sense of stability and renewed focus to Juventus. While challenges remain, particularly in terms of squad strengthening, the team’s improvement under his guidance is evident. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/alessio-tacchinardi-impressed-with-what-he-sees-in-juventus-under-spalletti/

Spalletti wants Bologna man to lead the line at Juventus next season Juventus have been monitoring Santiago Castro of Bologna for some time and now have their manager’s backing to pursue a move for the attacker. The Bianconeri view him as a potential key addition to their squad and have conducted extensive research to gather as much information as possible about his abilities and development. Castro has shown steady improvement each season, attracting attention from several top clubs. Bologna are reportedly in discussions over a new contract for the forward, aware that interest from elite teams is growing. ............ Spalletti is also a fan of Castro and has expressed a desire for Juventus to complete a deal for him once the season concludes. His approval suggests that the move would align with the manager’s tactical plans and long-term vision for the squad. ............ Securing Castro will not be straightforward. He has multiple suitors, and Bologna is reluctant to lose one of their most promising players. Nevertheless, Juventus believe a deal is achievable, provided they act decisively and present terms that satisfy both the player and his current club. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-wants-bologna-man-to-lead-the-line-at-juventus-next-season/

Not everyone at Juventus thinks Chiesa should return Federico Chiesa has been linked with a remarkable return to Juventus just 18 months after leaving the club, but uncertainty inside the Allianz Stadium continues to delay any concrete move. The attacker’s situation has attracted significant attention, particularly given the unexpected manner of his departure and his subsequent spell in England. ............ This season, Chiesa is more established within the Liverpool squad, but he still falls short of being a regular starter. His status has led to speculation about his long-term future at the club, with Liverpool open to selling him if the right offer arrives. Should that not materialise, the Reds are prepared to keep him, suggesting there is no urgency on their part to force a transfer. Juventus have indicated a willingness to explore the possibility of bringing him back, and Chiesa himself is receptive to the idea of a return to Turin. ............ There is internal division within Juventus regarding Chiesa’s potential return. Not everyone at the club is convinced that re-signing the former Fiorentina player is the right decision at this time. These differing opinions have stalled any decisive action, leaving the situation unresolved. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/not-everyone-at-juventus-thinks-chiesa-should-return/

Chiesa calls ex-Juventus teammates amid possible return from Liverpool Federico Chiesa has recently called some of his ex-Juventus teammates, as the Italian winger is open to returning to Turin from Liverpool this month. ............ Chiesa left Juventus in 2024, but the club’s management has changed this season, as well as the coach and several players. According to the report, Chiesa has spoken to some of his old teammates and friends at Juventus, especially Dusan Vlahovic, Manuel Locatelli and Federico Gatti. ............ Multiple sources claim that Chiesa is open to returning to Juventus this month, but Liverpool are only going to discuss a permanent transfer, not a loan deal with an option to buy. Chiesa has only opened the door for a possible Juventus return and is not considering offers from any other club. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/chiesa-calls-ex-juventus-teammates-liverpool/

Elkann called Spalletti ahead of imminent contract talks Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti received a call from the club’s majority owner, John Elkann, following the team’s 3-0 win over Sassuolo. ............ Since his arrival, Spalletti has managed to restore order at the club, which had started the campaign on the wrong foot. The team gradually managed to climb some spots in the Serie A table, as well as the Champions League, not to mention producing a more exciting brand of football. ............ According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedullà, Elkann called Spalletti to congratulate him for the team’s win over Sassuolo on Wednesday evening, as well as the convincing display. This phone call is not an insignificant event, but it signals the hierarchy’s great faith in the manager’s work. Pedullà also expects the board to accelerate the talks with the former Italy boss over a new deal valid until the summer of 2028. ............ One of the main reasons that prompted Juventus to offer Spalletti a short-term deal (expiring at the end of the season) is that the club has two other head coaches on the payroll, having sacked Thiago Motta and Igor Tudor last year. But as announced earlier on Thursday, the Bianconeri were able to reach a settlement with Tudor, who agreed to terminate his contract. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/elkann-called-spalletti-ahead-of-imminent-contract-talks/

Canada coach Marsch: David ‘the best I’ve worked with after Haaland, now he won’t stop’ Canada coach Jesse Marsch predicts that Jonathan David ‘won’t stop’ scoring goals for Juventus: ‘After Erling Haaland, he’s the best striker I’ve worked with.’ Canada coach Marsch believes Juventus striker David will start scoring consistently after ending a 135-day Serie A goal drought on Tuesday in a 3-0 win over Sassuolo. “I know Jonathan well, and I wasn’t worried after he missed the penalty against Lecce. It happens to everyone,” Marsch said. “I had seen him live in Pisa. We often speak, so I was sure the goal would come soon. I wasn’t surprised either by the wonderful embrace from his teammates and Spalletti.” ............ “Juventus are a great team, and these are the attitudes of a big club. David is happy at Juventus, and even in the toughest moments, he always told me he wanted to stay in Turin,” Marsch continued. ............ “Now Jonathan won’t stop anymore, and he will score many goals. He just needed a period to settle in. I said before and I repeat it. I am David’s national team coach with Canada, but at Salzburg, I coached Haaland and Milan’s Nkunku at Leipzig. “After Erling, who is a monster, David is the best striker I’ve worked with. He has always scored and will do so even in a league with less space for strikers, like Serie A. Nkunku is less of a goalscorer, but he has great quality, and I’m happy Milan are giving him confidence.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/canada-coach-marsch-david-best-haaland-stop/

Kelly will make his return from injury against Cremonese Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti will be able to count on the services of his defender Lloyd Kelly in Monday’s contest against Cremonese. ............ The Turin-based giants are now preparing to host Cremonese at the Allianz Stadium on Monday, and they have already received encouraging news from the nursery. Kelly has recovered from the slight knock that ruled him out of the mid-week contest. The Englishman felt some discomfort in his thigh following the Lecce game. He and Francisco Conceicao underwent clinical tests on Sunday morning and were both cleared from injury. ............ The former Newcastle and Bournemouth star managed to overcome the muscle fatigue that likely resulted from playing nonstop over the past 45 days. Prior to the issue he encountered last weekend, the defender had started in the last nine Juventus fixtures across all competitions. Kelly’s return will be an important boost for Spalletti, who considers him an automatic starter. The 27-year-old is the manager’s first choice for the left centre-back role, whether he’s playing with three or four at the back. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/lloyd-kelly-juventus-cremonese/

Juventus reach agreement for Tudor contract termination Reports in Italy claim that Juventus have reached an agreement to terminate the contract of their former coach, Igor Tudor. ............ Juventus had sacked the Croatian tactician in October, bringing in Luciano Spalletti as a replacement, but Tudor was still under contract until 2027. Now that the two parties have reached an agreement, Tudor will be free to sign with any other foreign club, as rules do not allow him to take charge of another Serie A club in 2025-26. ............ Tudor remained in charge for 24 Juventus games between the end of 2024-25 and the beginning of 2025-26, winning ten times, drawing eight and losing six. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-agreement-tudor-contract-termination/

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Chiesa pushing for Juventus return but it hinges on Salah’s decision Juventus are Federico Chiesa are keen to reunite with one another this January, but Liverpool star Mohamed Salah might have the final say on the matter. The Italian international was pushed out of Turin in the summer of 2024 by Thiago Motta, who expelled him from his squad, and Cristiano Giuntoli, who couldn’t find an agreement on a contract renewal with his agents. ............ In recent days, Juventus made concrete steps on this front, opening a dialogue with Liverpool after receiving the green light from Chiesa. The player is pushing for a return to Turin, while the Reds remain reluctant. The reigning Premier League champions aren’t against Chiesa’s departure. After all, he isn’t considered a key player in Arne Slot’s plans. However, they’re adopting a cautious approach, as they don’t want to be caught short-handed in attack. Liverpool are already without the injured Alexander Isak, while Salah’s fate remains uncertain. ............ If Salah ends up leaving Anfield, the English giants could well block Chiesa’s transfer to maintain some attacking depth. But in the meantime, negotiations between Juventus and Liverpool continue as they try to find an agreement for a transfer that will likely be delayed until the final stages of January. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/federico-chiesa-juventus-return-salah-liverpool/

Spalletti explains decision to start David against Sassuolo after penalty miss Jonathan David missed a penalty against Lecce in a match that ended in a 1 1 draw, and that miss ultimately proved costly for Juventus. The striker has not enjoyed the smoothest start to life in Turin, and supporters were clearly frustrated that he failed to convert a spot kick that was entrusted to him by his teammates. Given the number of players in the squad capable of taking penalties, David’s miss attracted criticism. ............ Despite the disappointment against Lecce, Luciano Spalletti made the decision to start David again in the next match. The call was seen as a gamble, but one rooted in trust rather than form alone. Spalletti believed the striker would respond positively to the setback rather than shrink from responsibility. That faith was rewarded emphatically. David delivered an excellent performance against Sassuolo, scoring a goal and providing an assist to play a decisive role in the victory. His contribution earned him the Man of the Match award and marked one of his most complete displays since joining the club. ............ After the match, Spalletti was asked why he chose to start David again so soon after the missed penalty. The Juventus manager explained his thinking. He said, “It was easy. He’s a good, kind, gentle guy, but then when all this stuff hits you, you react a little, so I was playing on what his reaction would be.” Spalletti’s comments underline a belief in character as much as ability. David now appears to be finding form at an important stage of the season, and his response to adversity may prove crucial to his long-term success at the club. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-explains-decision-to-start-david-against-sassuolo-after-penalty-miss/

Fulvio Collovati says Juventus showed they are developing into a Spalletti team Luciano Spalletti has been Juventus’ manager for just over two months, yet he already has the team playing clearly in line with his ideas. Before he arrived in Turin, two managers struggled to restore consistency quickly, and many felt that meaningful change would inevitably require time and patience. ............ Juventus is now focused on ensuring that the squad remains physically and mentally sharp to sustain their recent performances until the end of the season. The players appear more confident in possession and more assured in their roles, which has translated into improved control during matches. That progress was evident in their recent game against Sassuolo. Juventus dominated proceedings, managed the tempo effectively, and demonstrated that they are capable of beating any opponent when they impose their game plan. The men in black and white secured an impressive victory, reinforcing belief in the direction the team is heading. ............ Former defender Fulvio Collovati was particularly encouraged by what he saw in that performance. He offered a detailed assessment of how Juventus are evolving under Spalletti. He said, “What we saw against Sassuolo, even if we had already glimpsed something of it in the first half against Lecce, is the most Spalletti-esque Juve we could see, a Juve that plays vertically, keeps possession, plays vertically, has a very clear identity, a Juve that has personality, even with players who are perhaps less credible, but have a lot of personality, and above all they play build-up play and play in depth, because they create a lot, because it’s true that they scored three goals, but they also had three or four other chances.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/fulvio-collovati-says-juventus-showed-they-are-developing-into-a-spalletti-team/

Allegri insists that Juventus can still win the Scudetto Max Allegri has refused to rule Juventus out of the Scudetto race this season, insisting the Bianconeri still have what it takes to compete now that Luciano Spalletti is in charge. Juventus appointed Spalletti after dismissing Igor Tudor, and the change has brought renewed stability and confidence to the squad. Despite some inconsistent results, Juventus remain close to the top of the league standings. Their stated objective may currently be a top-four finish, but there is a growing belief that the quality within the squad is sufficient to achieve far more. ............ Spalletti’s arrival has clearly had a positive impact on performances, with the team looking more assured and balanced in recent matches. Juventus have shown improved organisation and belief, which has kept them within touching distance of the leading sides. This has fuelled optimism that they could still mount a serious title push if results continue to improve. ............ Allegri, who is now working hard to win the title for AC Milan and prove Juventus wrong for sacking him, also stressed the importance of realism. He said, “It’s a question of numbers: Scudetto odds between 86 and 88. Juve can get 50 points because they’re a strong team, Spalletti’s arrival has improved their performances. Then we have to focus on ourselves. Yesterday’s results confirm that breaking into the top four will be difficult. Yesterday’s results show that it’s complicated: we have to keep our feet on the ground, be very balanced, and approach matches with great seriousness, like the last two. Then the games start 0-0, it’s not like we have any advantage because we’re Milan.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/allegri-insists-that-juventus-can-still-win-the-scudetto/