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Serie A: Juventus vs Cremonese – probable lineups Juventus return to Serie A action on Monday evening as they host Cremonese at the Allianz Stadium, knowing that three points are essential both in the race for fourth place and to keep faint Scudetto hopes alive. The Bianconeri come into the fixture sitting fifth on 36 points, three behind fourth-placed Roma, who strengthened their position with a home win over Sassuolo on Saturday. ............ The wider title picture has also offered Juventus a small opening, with Inter, Napoli and Milan all dropping points over the weekend, although all three still have a game in hand due to Supercoppa commitments. Monday’s match marks another meeting between the sides following Juventus’ 2-1 victory at the Zini earlier in the season, a result that ushered in the start of Luciano Spalletti’s tenure. ............ Since then, Juventus have remained in the hunt at the top end of the table and will look to build momentum ahead of a busy schedule that includes a league trip to Cagliari and a Champions League return against José Mourinho’s Benfica later in the month. ............ Juventus vs Cremonese – Probable line-ups Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; McKennie, Miretti, Yildiz; David. Coach: Spalletti. Cremonese (3-5-2): Audero; Terracciano, Baschirotto, Bianchetti; Barbieri, Bondo, Grassi, Vandeputte, Pezzella; Bonazzoli, Vardy. Coach: Nicola. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/serie-a-juventus-vs-cremonese-probable-lineups-where-to-watch/

Round 20: Juventus vs. Cremonese match preview Considering the change Serie A made a couple of years ago when it comes to the ritorno no longer mirroring the andata, this is not a surprise to anybody anymore. But when the second half of the season officially arrives and the first opponent up is a club you played all of two months ago, it’s an interesting little twist on things. Plus, it’s also the first opponent that Luciano Spalletti faced after becoming Juventus’ manager. Back on the first day of November, Spalletti’s tenure at Juve began with a 2-1 win away to Cremonese. And guess who’s making their way to Turin for a little bit of Monday night football? It’s Davide Nicola, his wonderful head of hair and his Cremonese squad. They’re not exactly flying high and taking points off big clubs right and left like they were when they were one of the early-season success stories, but it’s a reminder that Juventus have changed for the better in the two-plus months that Spalletti has been in charge. ............ A lot has happened since that win in Cremona. Thankfully, it has involved Juve winning 10 of their 14 games in all competitions since Spalletti took charge. He has brought stability to a team that desperately needed it from their manager. He has started to put his stamp on the squad even when you consider that nearly 2 1/2 months isn’t actually a long amount of time — especially when it comes mid-season during a hectic part of the schedule with three games within seven or eight days. ”We’ve improved in many areas since my first match as Juventus coach,” Spalletti said during his pre-match press conference on Sunday, “but there are others where we still need to improve, as they’re an integral part of today’s football.” “Quickly winning back a lost ball, besides giving you confidence, allows you to pick up where you left off, and this is an area where we still need to work,” Spalletti continued. “Overall, however, I can say we’re on the right track, but we need to repeat the positive performances in every game, find consistency game after game and within the games themselves. We need to be good, humble, and free from hesitation and fear.” ............ With a win over Cremonese on Monday night, Juventus would pull even on points Spalletti’s former squad, Napoli, in the Serie A table. That’s thanks to Napoli — who still have a game in hand thanks to their participation in the Supercoppa — scoring late at the San Siro and playing to a 2-2 draw with Inter on Sunday night, a result that sent the 2023-24 Italian champions three points clear at the top of the table while also having a game in hand. Depending on what the final in Turin, it could see Juventus jump over Roma in fourth or even Napoli in third, which would certainly be a big development with how tightly contested things have been in Serie A through the first half of the season. ............ TEAM NEWS Francisco Conceição remains a doubt to face Cremonese on Monday after training away from the group for much of the past week. Lloyd Kelly, however, returned to training with the rest of the group earlier this week and will be available to face Cremonese. It is yet to be seen if it will be Kelly or Teun Koopmeiners starting in defense. ............ With Conceição still a doubt, it could very well mean a second straight start for Fabio Miretti in an advanced midfield role. Spalletti described Miretti as “a very useful player for us,” and somebody who “has room for improvement, has a strong drive, and battles in midfield. I’m happy with the midfielders I have in my squad.” With nearly a week in between the win over Sassuolo and Monday night’s matchup with Cremonese, Spalletti is not expected to make many other changes to the starting lineup. Just was as the case against Sassuolo, Manuel Locatelli remains one yellow card away from having to serve a one-game suspension. JUVENTUS PLAYER TO WATCH I think this is an easy one. Guessing you probably feel the same way. ............ Spalletti made it crystal clear: Jonathan David is starting against Cremonese. He said the words — and those aren’t words we hear Spalletti say about pretty much anybody since becoming Juventus’ manager. Considering the performance that he’s coming off of in the win over Sassuolo, that probably isn’t a huge surprise. But it’s still a sign that Spalletti is sticking with David at a time in which some continuity will hopefully do a whole lot of good as he tries to turn his performances this season around. ............ There is only one way for David to show that he could very well be starting to turn a corner in the new year — just keep the good times from the Mapei and bring them back with him to Turin and show it at the Allianz. MATCH INFO When: Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Where: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy. Official kickoff time: 8:45 p.m. local time in Italy and across Europe, 7:45 p.m. in the United Kingdom, 2:45 p.m. Eastern time, 1:45 p.m. Central time, 11:45 a.m. Pacific time. ............ . 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Spalletti will make a single change to Juventus lineup against Cremonese Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti will reportedly maintain a virtually unchanged starting lineup for Monday’s contest against Cremonese. The Tuscan tactician made his Bianconeri debut on November 1 in Cremona, when he managed to guide the team towards a 2-1 victory thanks to goals from Filip Kostic and Andrea Cambiaso. Just over two months later, the two sides will meet again, this time in Turin, with Serie A giants coming from what was arguably their best display under Spalletti after shrugging aside Sassuolo on Tuesday. ............ The only likely change will be at the back, with Lloyd Kelly reclaiming his automatic starting spot. The Englishman has cemented himself as a regular starter this season thanks to his consistent and convincing displays. However, he missed the midweek fixture at the Mapei Stadium due to muscle fatigue. ............ With Kelly back in the lineup, Teun Koopmeiners will likely make way, while Gleison Bremer and Pierre Kalulu keep their spots in front of Michele Di Gregorio’s goal. ............ With Francisco Conceicao still struggling for fitness, Fabio Miretti could get the nod once more alongside Kenan Yildiz, especially after his impressive display in Sassuolo. Finally, Jonathan David is expected to maintain his spot up front after finally ending his Serie A goal drought, keeping Lois Openda on the bench. Juventus probable XI (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly; McKennie, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Miretti, Yildiz; David. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-juventus-lineup-cremonese/

Spalletti: ‘Juventus short in a couple of positions, I trust blindly’ Luciano Spalletti does not deny the fact that Juventus need new signings during the January transfer window, and has warned of the challenges that Cremonese pose ahead of their meeting in Serie A on Monday night. The Bianconeri will be the last of the Serie A sides to take to the field in Week 20, hosting Cremonese at the Allianz Stadium at 19.45 GMT. Juve are coming in off the back of a confidence-boosting 3-0 victory away against Sassuolo, which included a particularly influential performance from the previously-criticised Jonathan David. ............ “We’ve grown in lots of ways, but we have to catch up in certain other areas that are part of today’s football. These things have become fundamental, like regaining possession so that you can start an attack where you left off,” Spalletti told the media during his pre-match press conference on Sunday. “The feeling can’t be compared one way or another. In my opinion, we are on the right track, but we have to do it over and over again,” he said. ............ “We have to see if we’re able to do it against Cremonese, who have a great coach. Nicola knows Serie A very well and his teams are always able to take advantage of certain situations. He’s done well everywhere he’s gone, and that will be an extra problem for us.” He continued: “Playing on a Monday allows us to watch all the other games. It’s not easy for anyone to win. There’s always the chance of a slip-up, and now we will have the European competitions and the Coppa Italia as well. “We have to take as many points as possible, because if you lower your level, you will always find a team that is willing to fight, like Pisa. It’s better to think about things one game at a time.” ............ “It’s a pleasure to be in this job when you get the results. But it always depends on the availability of the players, because they’re the ones who make the difference. “My players are strong, they are humble guys who know how to work as a team, and there is still room for individuality. Now, it’s essential to carry on like this. We need to be like Scuderia Ferrari and use the whole track, the kerbs, because at the moment we’re not great at using the whole pitch.” And on David, who was widely criticised after his performance during Juve’s 1-1 draw with Lecce, but bounced back with a goalscoring display against Sassuolo, Spalletti said: “This can be an injection of confidence because he had a great game. “I expect him to continue growing because he ties in very well with the team. He creates superiority in other areas of the pitch. He also has a good understanding with the team, and we’ll put trust in him tomorrow.” ............ Does Spalletti feel that this is an achievable goal? “I don’t know, there’s still a long way to go. We have to earn it, then we’ll see where we end up. It’s better to run and not rush too much, and take things game by game. We’ll talk about it a lot, but we still have time.” And, when asked about the transfer window, Spalletti said: “We have to do things in some areas. We’re a bit short in a couple of positions. The transfer window is handled by our directors and I trust blindly. We have our antennae switched on and need to have two options in these positions.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/spalletti-juventus-short-in-couple-positions/

Miretti’s father rules out exit: “Spalletti is very happy with him” The father of Juventus midfielder Fabio Miretti dismisses all rumours regarding a mid-season exit, as he expects his son to grow in status at the Allianz Stadium. The 22-year-old was one of the first Juventus Next Gen starlets to earn a permanent promotion to the first team. ............ After two underwhelming campaigns, the midfielder was sent out on loan to Genoa in the summer of 2024, where he managed to put his young career back on track. ............ But while circulating reports continue to link Miretti with the exit door, his father insists that the player will be donning the back-and-white stripes at least until the end of the season. “I don’t think anything will happen in January,” said Livio Miretti in an interview. “Fabio doesn’t want to leave. There are plenty of rumours, but nothing truly concrete.” ............ “Spalletti is very happy with him; he’s even sorry when Fabio doesn’t play much. But he believes in him, and that already matters,” “If he hadn’t played a single minute, it would be a different story, but he’s growing now, so from his point of view, it wouldn’t make sense to leave at this stage. “Even in August, Juventus never told my son he would be sold, so I don’t think it will happen now either. And I’m very happy that he’s staying.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/father-fabio-miretti-juventus-luciano-spalletti/

Spalletti makes three January requests during meeting with Juventus officials Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti reportedly had a meeting with the club’s hierarchy on Friday to discuss transfer plans. Guarded by the team’s improving results and performances, the 66-year-old tactician has gained the esteem and appreciation of everyone at Continassa. ............ Spalletti and the Juventus officials had another summit on Friday, with the Tuscan manager reiterating his January requests. The source claims that the Certaldo native asked the management to sign two new players, with the possibility of a third addition. ............ First, Spalletti wants a new left winger/attacking midfielder, who can act as backup for Kenan Yildiz, who currently doesn’t have a natural alternative in the squad. Needless to say, Federico Chiesa is the absolute favourite for this role, as Juventus are already working on finding an agreement with Liverpool for the 28-year-old’s return. Atalanta’s Daniel Maldini is considered a fallback option. The second profile requested by the manager is a versatile midfielder capable of filling various roles, somewhat like Weston McKennie. ............ Finally, the former Italy head coach wants to wait for updates on Dusan Vlahovic’s condition before deciding whether or not to pursue a new striker in the middle of the season. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-makes-three-january-requests-during-meeting-with-juventus-officials/

Juventus turned down an offer for Koopmeiners for two reasons Earlier this week, Juventus reportedly received a proposal from Galatasaray, who set their sights on Teun Koopmeiners. Needless to say, the news excited a large section of Bianconeri supporters who have been dissatisfied with the player’s performances, to put it lightly. ............ Since he arrived in Turin, Koopmeiners hasn’t been able to replicate the inspiring form that made him one of the most in-demand midfielders in Serie A during his three-year stint in Bergamo. And yet, Juventus swiftly rejected Galatasaray’s bid. The Turkish giants reportedly offered a loan with an option to buy for €30 million. The Italian giants found the proposal from Istanbul unsatisfactory for two main reasons. ............ First, the fact that Juventus paid circa €60 million to buy the Dutchman less than 18 months ago is hardly a trivial issue. This figure means that Koopmeiners currently weighs at least €40 million on the club’s accounts, so selling him for anything less than this figure would yield a capital loss. Second, if Juventus were to part ways with the Netherlands international this January, they would be keen to do so on a permanent basis rather than a temporary agreement with no guarantees of an eventual sale. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-turned-down-an-offer-for-koopmeiners-for-two-reasons/

The latest on Chiesa: Juventus looking to convince Liverpool with creative formula Juventus are still working on finding the right formula to bring Federico Chiesa back from Liverpool. The Bianconeri’s desire to re-sign the 28-year-old is one of the worst-kept secrets in Turin. The winger only left the club 18 months ago on the orders of Thiago Motta and Cristiano Giuntoli. ............ Juventus have already kick-started the process of bringing Chiesa back to Continassa, launching talks with the player’s entourage, as well as Liverpool. Amidst his lack of playing time at Arne Slot’s court, the winger would be delighted to rejoin his former employers, where he’ll have the opportunity to improve his playing time and potentially regain his status as a protagonist for both club and country. However, finding an agreement with the Reds on a formula remains the biggest hurdle for Damien Comolli and Co. Juventus were initially hoping to sign the player on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season. On the other hand, the reigning English champions insist on adding an obligation to buy, as they want to guarantee themselves a transfer fee. ............ The Serie A giants are willing to sign Chiesa on loan with an obligation to buy, but would like to include a clause that allows them to relieve themselves of this obligation by paying a penalty. It should be noted that Chelsea resorted to a similar clause last summer, paying £5 million to avoid buying Jadon Sancho from Manchester United for £25 million. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/federico-chiesa-juventus-convince-liverpool-formula/

Alessandro Matri reveals why he does not fancy the return of Chiesa Federico Chiesa has been linked with a return to Juventus in this transfer window, although not all voices support the move. The winger won the Premier League in his first season at Liverpool, yet he was not a regular starter for the club. Despite this, he remains one of the finest players in the team. ............ Juve is reportedly negotiating with Liverpool over a potential loan until the end of the season, but not everyone is convinced of the wisdom of such a move. Alessandro Matri has voiced scepticism regarding the potential transfer. He said: “No, no. No, because it’s a position where, in my opinion, there’s already a player too important for Juventus. So signing Chiesa to be Yildiz’s deputy seems like a waste. I’d make an investment to cover another position on the pitch. He’s certainly a player of great quality, and I think McKennie in his role, more than Chiesa, brings much more balance to this team.” ............ Matri’s comments highlight a key debate over whether Chiesa would significantly strengthen Juventus or merely duplicate existing options within the squad. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/alessandro-matri-reveals-why-he-does-not-fancy-the-return-of-chiesa/

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Preview: Juventus vs Cremonese - prediction, team news, lineups Still on the fringe of Serie A’s title fight, Juventus will kick off the second half of their league campaign when they host Cremonese on Monday. Juve swept aside Sassuolo last time out, continuing their mid-season revival, while mid-table Cremo let two points slip through their grasp. Match preview After missing out on a fifth straight win by drawing 1-1 with lowly Lecce, it took just three days for Juventus to get straight back on track. The Bianconeri faced a tricky trip to Reggio Emilia in Serie A’s midweek round, but they went ahead within 16 minutes and were never really troubled by Sassuolo. A cathartic strike from Jonathan David - who finally ended his top-flight goal drought - capped off an impressive 3-0 success, as the Canadian striker made some amends for a woeful penalty miss against Lecce. Veteran coach Luciano Spalletti - whose initial contract expires at the end of this season - has led Juve’s recent revival, overseeing eight wins from their last 10 games across all competitions. While Spalletti has openly spoken of challenging for the Scudetto, his main aim is to secure a top-four finish in May, with several clubs still chasing Champions League places. As Juventus are currently unbeaten in 13 Serie A home matches and have a flawless record against Cremonese in Turin, they will expect to pick up more precious points on Monday. ............ Juventus Serie A form: L W W W D W Juventus form (all competitions): W W W W D W Cremonese Serie A form: W L D L L D Team News Doubt remains over Francisco Conceicao’s availability, after Juve’s Portuguese winger was ruled out of action on Tuesday, while Dusan Vlahovic, Daniele Rugani and Federico Gatti are still on the treatment table. Elsewhere, Spalletti has alternated between using Teun Koopmeiners as an auxiliary defender and in a more familiar midfield role; Lloyd Kelly would come into the Bianconeri’s back three if Koopmeiners is moved forward. Meanwhile, David aims to score in back-to-back club appearances for the first time since March with Lille, while Lois Openda is expected to start on the bench. ............ Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Koopmeiners; McKennie, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Miretti, Yildiz; David Cremonese possible starting lineup: Audero; Terracciano, Baschirotto, Bianchetti; Zerbin, Payero, Grassi, Vandeputte, Pezzella; Bonazzoli, Vardy We say: Juventus 2-0 Cremonese While Cremonese have tailed off after making a bright start to their comeback campaign, Juventus are one of Italy's form sides. Since Spalletti's arrival, the Turin giants have found some rhythm, so they should extend their long winning run at home to Cremonese. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/preview/juventus-vs-cremonese-prediction-team-news-lineups_589597.html