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Thiago Motta: ‘Juventus 4-0 defeat not on same level as Empoli exit’ Thiago Motta insists the 4-0 home defeat to Atalanta is ‘not on the same level’ as their Coppa Italia exit to Empoli, so he does not feel the need to apologise to Juventus fans. Mateo Retegui’s penalty paved the way for one-way traffic in the second half, as Marten de Roon, Davide Zappacosta and Ademola Lookman shredded the defence for a 4-0 result. ............ “I think we started a game that we knew was going to be complicated, against a team that wanted to make the most of our mistakes,” Thiago Motta said. “After the penalty, without getting into the details of how debatable it was, that was a painful moment. We are a young team, we tried to pour forward and get back into the game, but that left gaps at the back. “We struggled psychologically with that first goal and got unbalanced, giving Atalanta even more space to run into with players like Lookman and their wing-backs. After a defeat like this, we are sad, we are disappointed, but at the same time this talk of the Scudetto that you dragged us into will no longer be talked about. ............ Juventus had more possession this evening, but a disastrous comparison in the xG scores, not to mention the 4-0 result. These teams had played out a 1-1 draw in Bergamo back in January. “It was a completely different game, as in Bergamo Atalanta played in a different way and took the game to us. Today we saw especially after the first goal that we tried to push forward and made mistakes, which made it easier for a side that is so strong on the counter-attack,” continued Thiago Motta. ............ Juventus had not lost a Serie A home fixture by four clear goals since October 1967, when losing the derby with Torino 4-0. It was possibly even worse than the Coppa Italia quarter-final elimination to Empoli on penalties, because La Dea completely dominated the Old Lady, but the coach did not see it that way. “It is a defeat we do not like, but I do not put it on the same level as the defeat to Empoli. They are different situations. Our team started well and then after the penalty incident, the game changed,” insisted Thiago Motta. ............ Thiago Motta had been Gian Piero Gasperini’s player at Genoa to revitalise his career, but he was taught a valuable lesson by his mentor this evening. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/thiago-motta-juventus-4-0-not-same-as-empoli/

Juventus Player Ratings vs Atalanta: Di Gregorio Heroics Couldn’t Prevent Humiliating Defeat Juventus (4-2-3-1) Michele Di Gregorio – 6.5 The Italian goalkeeper kept Juventus alive for as long as possible with a flurry of superb saves in the first half, but eventually succumbed to his fate. Timothy Weah – 5 ............ Federico Gatti – 5.5 The Italian fought hard as always after overcoming a muscle problem to make himself available. He was one of the few players to receive some applause from the disgruntled crowds. Lloyd Kelly – 5 The Englishman made some important interventions, but will be remembered for his poor pass which allowed Atalanta to score the second goal. Andrea Cambiaso – 4.5 ............ Manuel Locatelli – 5 ............ Khephren Thuram – 4.5 The French midfielder did well to block Ademola Lookman early on, but this was the end of his useful contributions. Kenan Yildiz – 4.5 To be fair, the teenager shouldn’t have started the match as he had been suffering from flu, and it certainly showed. Lost almost every duel, and misplaced his pass on several occasions. Weston McKennie – 4.5 The American was all over the place, and it was his needlessly elevated hand that gave Atalanta the spot-kick that opened the scoring. Nevertheless, he proved to be the Bianconeri’s biggest threat upfront, but was denied by Marco Carnesecchi’s super save. Nicolas Gonzalez – 5 ............ Randal Kolo Muani – 5 Although he sparked Juve’s best chance in the first half with a clever flick that freed McKennie, this was certainly the striker’s most uneventful showing since his arrival in January. Substitutes Teun Koopmeiners – 4 ............ Samuel Mbangula – 4.5 ............ Alberto Costa – 5 ............ Pierre Kalulu – 5.5 The Frenchman made some decent interventions, but couldn’t prevent Juventus from conceding another two goals. Dusan Vlahovic – 4 The Serbian was the Hail Mary substitution at 3-0, but somehow managed to make it more catastrophic, with his slip instigating a fourth goal. . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-atalanta-di-gregorio-heroics-couldnt-prevent-humiliating-defeat/

Juventus thrashed 4-0 at home by Atalanta to damage title hopes Atalanta secured a stunning 4-0 victory over Juventus at the Allianz Stadium this evening. Juventus’ five-game unbeaten run was on the line as Atalanta arrived, and La Dea started the match strongly. ............ La Dea dominated the key phases of play, pinning Juve in their own half for the first 30 minutes, which led to the opening goal from the penalty spot, converted by Mateo Retegui. Despite falling behind, Juve struggled to find answers to Atalanta’s relentless attacking play, forcing Michele Di Gregorio into a series of crucial saves. Less than a minute into the second half, Atalanta doubled their lead through Marten de Roon, despite Di Gregorio’s best efforts. Atalanta remained in control, and Davide Zappacosta soon added a third goal to deepen Juve’s misery. ............ The Allianz Stadium fell silent as Juve pushed for a response, but Ademola Lookman extended La Dea’s lead instead. ............ Marco Carnesecchi then produced a superb save to deny McKennie again, as Atalanta protected their clean sheet while Juventus supporters began to leave the stadium. In the end, Motta’s men failed to score even once, and their unbeaten run came to an embarrassing end. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-thrashed-4-0-at-home-by-atalanta-to-damage-title-hopes/

Mi dispiace che i nostri commenti non ti siano piaciuti ma le cose potresti dirle anche in un modo meno ostile se non la si pensa come te. Per me comunque il calcio femminile é uno sport anche se non lo seguo. D'altronde non seguo neanche l'equitazione o il badminton ......

“It’s not a mental problem” – Carrera believes he knows why Koopmeiners is struggling Former Juventus coach Massimo Carrera explains why the club’s supporters have yet to witness the best version of Teun Koopmeiners. ............ But rather than worrying about the past, Koopmeiners is mostly concerned by his present, as he has yet to prove his true worth for his current supporters who are losing their patience. Juventus fans believed their club bought one of the best midfielders in Serie A last summer, but they have yet to see the man who took the league by storm in recent seasons. ............ ut for Carrera, the issue isn’t psychological, but likely tactical, as he might no be the best fit for Thiago Motta’s playing style. “It’s still too early to pass judgments. It may seem obvious, but in football, changing is not as simple as you think, especially at Juve,” said the 60-year-old in his interview. “Giuntoli has entrusted Thiago with a strong and promising group. Then it can also happen that a certain player doesn’t fit in tactically. I’m thinking of Koopmeiners. His characteristics were perfect for Gasperini’s game. But at Juve, he’s having difficulties, but I don’t think it’s a mental problem. “Perhaps his qualities – which are not up for discussion – don’t fully complement Motta’s game. We’ll see what happens between now and the end of the season, never say never.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/its-not-a-mental-problem-former-juventus-coach-believes-he-knows-why-koopmeiners-is-struggling/

Io non ti bannerei se facessi ancora parte dello staff. Hai espresso la tua opinione con un pó, diciamo cosí, di sarcasmo ma senza offendere nessuno. Personalmente seguo poco anche il calcio maschile. Quello femminile per niente.

Attento, che ti danno del maschilista ....... A proposito, ma perché questo topic non si trova nella sezione delle Juventus Women?

Juventus vs Atalanta: Preview and Prediction Juventus and Atalanta are near the title challenge, and with a win on Sunday, one of them could still challenge the top order in this last stretch of the season. Juventus have endured a mixed season, dominating the campaign by drawing an enormous number of games as they get set to host Atalanta at the Allianz Arena this weekend. Earlier in the term, they did look like a force to challenge for the title, but the many dropped points in games they should have won proved to be catastrophic for Thiago Motta’s men. There was a period when even a top-four place looked unlikely. However, since losing to Napoli, which was also their first loss of the season, Juventus have roared back to life. The Bianconeri have won their last five games since that defeat and currently occupy fourth place, with only six points separating them from leaders Inter Milan. ............ The clash with Juventus is a big one for Gasperini and his side’s chances of staying a respectable distance from Napoli and Inter Milan. Should they win, they should at least keep the current gap intact, although a loss or dropped points against the Bianconeri will all but end their remaining hopes of securing a late title run-in. Team News & Tactics Juventus There’s a lengthy injury list ahead for Thiago Motta, as at least seven of their first-team stars are out of contention for this clash against Atalanta. Apart from those injured for the long term. Juventus will miss Francisco Conceicao, Renato Veiga, Nicolo Savona, and Douglas Luiz for this clash. Federico Gatti remains a significant doubt, which casts doubt on Juventus’ defensive setup. Piere Kalulu is available again after a spell on the sidelines. He could start alongside Lloyd Kelly, while Timothy Weah and Andrea Cambiaso could take up the full-back roles. Khephren Thuram and Manuel Locatelli could again be Juventus’s central midfielders, with former Atalanta man Teun Koopmeiners set to take the attacking midfield berth. Kenan Yildiz and Nico Gonzalez will feature on either side of the Dutchman, with Randal Kolo Muani again the starting striker for Motta’s side. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Weah, Kalulu, Kelly, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Atalanta ............ Probable Lineup (3-4-3): Carnesecchi; Toloi, Djimsiti, Kolasinac; Bellanova, De Roon, Ederson, Zappacosta; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Retegui Key Stats Juventus are undefeated in 34 of their last 35 matches in Serie A. Juventus are undefeated in 25 of their last 26 home matches against Atalanta in all competitions. Atalanta have kept a clean sheet in their last four matches in Serie A. Atalanta and Juventus have produced more draws than any other fixture since Gian Piero Gasperini’s arrival at Bergamo. Player to Watch Ademola Lookman ............ Prediction Juventus 1-1 Atalanta Atalanta have the attacking force to dismantle any side in Serie A, although the one important thing they lack in this title challenge is momentum. Gian Piero Gasperini’s men have been inconsistent at best in recent weeks, and that might continue as the Bergamo side are once again expected to drop points. Juventus might come into this clash with ample momentum, having won their last five games in Serie A, although this will be a more challenging test than many might anticipate. While this clash has the hallmarks of going either way, the safest bet would be a 1-1 draw. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/03/09/juventus-vs-atalanta-preview-and-prediction-2/

Motta confirms Juventus injuries and outlines Atalanta difficulty: ‘Very special team’ Thiago Motta has confirmed that seven players will be unavailable for Juventus’s upcoming Serie A test against Atalanta, and has explained how the Bianconeri squad have approached the top-four clash after a run of five consecutive victories in the league. Juventus, currently fourth in Serie A, will host third-placed Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday, which brings an opportunity for the Old Lady to draw level on points with La Dea. After a 2-1 loss to Napoli at the end of January, Juventus have been on a five-game winning streak in Serie A, inflicting defeats upon Empoli, Como, Inter, Cagliari and Hellas Verona. Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Saturday, Thiago Motta told reporters that he feels his side are doing ‘very, very well’. ............ “As always, we are focussed on the next game because we know the level of our opponent. We can’t waste energy on anything else. We have to put everything we’ve worked on into practice in order to get a victory. ............ Assessing Atalanta, Motta added: “They are a very special team in terms of the characteristics of their players and the instructions of their coach. They also have the ability to change their marking during the game. They are a team that plays very good football.” ............ Asked if he has a favourite performance from Juventus’s recent run of five, Motta replied: “There is no preference, because we always like to win. If you play well, you have more chances to win. Sometimes it can be the case that you don’t play well and still win. “You have to do a lot of things right to get a victory. Tomorrow, we’ll have to play against a unique team and will have to be focussed. My preference is to win the game.” There was also a word of praise for Gian Piero Gasperini. Motta says that he has endless respect for his Atalanta counterpart: “Because he’s a great coach, not just on a national level. Gasperini doesn’t have to prove anything anymore because he’s already shown a lot. He’s a complete tactician and has done a great job.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/motta-juventus-injury-list-atalanta-difficulty/

Motta faces a big midfield dilemma ahead of the Atalanta game Thiago Motta will be aiming to name a winning team as his side faces Atalanta this weekend. Juventus, traditionally one of the finest sides in Serie A, are always expected to perform well in big matches, and this encounter is no different. Although Juventus currently trail Atalanta in the standings, a victory would see them level on points with their Bergamo rivals, further enhancing their push towards the top. ............ Motta, however, has a few injury concerns to deal with, but his midfield options are plentiful, which has created a selection dilemma. Motta must decide between Teun Koopmeiners and Weston McKennie for the crucial midfield role behind the attackers. Both players have shown their value to the team, and Motta faces the challenge of selecting the right man for the job. ............ Both McKennie and Koopmeiners are vital players for Juventus, and Motta’s decision will be crucial for the team’s performance against Atalanta. Juventus will need their midfield to dominate the match, and whichever player Motta selects will need to step up and contribute to the team’s continuing push for success in Serie A. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/motta-faces-a-big-midfield-dilemma-ahead-of-the-atalanta-game/

Juventus wants a discount to keep in-form star at the Allianz Stadium Juventus is eager to secure Randal Kolo Muani’s services at the end of the current season, once his loan spell from Paris Saint-Germain concludes. The French forward joined the Bianconeri on loan during the last transfer window and has quickly become one of the club’s standout performers. Since arriving at the Allianz Stadium, Muani has shown his quality and contributed significantly to the team’s attacking options, quickly adapting to life in Turin. ............ It is understood that PSG are open to selling the player, but there is one significant hurdle standing in the way of Juventus securing Muani on a permanent deal. Juventus is finding it difficult to meet the asking price set by the Parisians. The report notes that Juve would need a discounted fee from PSG in order to take Muani on loan again, as his current financial cost to the club is 500,000 euros per appearance on their balance sheet. ............ The club may find it more cost-effective to pursue a permanent transfer rather than negotiating another loan move. Securing Muani outright would offer the advantage of more stability and could ultimately be more beneficial for Juventus in the long run, both on the field and from a financial standpoint. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-wants-a-discount-to-keep-in-form-star-at-the-allianz-stadium/

Ancelotti insists Lilian Thuram was better than his children Lilian Thuram, the legendary French defender, played for Juventus in the late 1990s and early 2000s, leaving a lasting impact on the club. Now, in a remarkable continuation of family tradition, his son Khephren Thuram has followed in his father’s footsteps by joining the Bianconeri. Khephren joined Juventus at the beginning of this season, adding to the growing legacy of the Thuram family at the club. His brother, Marcus Thuram, has also made a name for himself in Serie A, currently playing for Inter Milan, where he played a crucial role in their Scudetto-winning campaign last season. ............ With both brothers now playing in Italy’s top tier, it is natural to compare them to their father, Lilian, who was a legendary player for both club and country. Lilian Thuram had an illustrious career with Juventus, and his contributions on the pitch made him one of the best defenders in the world during his prime. He was a key figure in Serie A, having played for Parma before moving to Juventus, and later, he achieved success with the French national team, including winning the 1998 World Cup. ............ Despite the promising careers of Khephren and Marcus, the question arises: How do they compare to their father’s remarkable achievements and legacy? According to Carlo Ancelotti, who worked with Lilian Thuram during the early stages of his managerial career at Parma, the elder Thuram remains the best of the three, stating: “I saw Marcus Thuram as a child, he was born in Parma, when I trained his father Lilian there, now I see that he has become a closet. His brother is also very good, but the best was his father.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/ancelotti-insists-lilian-thuram-was-better-than-his-children/

Preview: Juventus vs. Atalanta - prediction, team news, lineups Both still in contention for an unlikely Serie A title, Juventus and Atalanta will fight for victory in Turin on Sunday evening. Juve have revived their faint Scudetto hopes with five straight league wins, but La Dea's dismal start to 2025 continued last week - while Inter Milan and Napoli lead the way, neither can be entirely ruled out. Match preview Partly due to the faltering form of previous league leaders Napoli, a resurgent Juventus are back on the fringes of this year's Scudetto battle, having pulled within six points of first-placed Inter. Italy's top four are closely locked together with 11 games remaining, and Juve at least hope to secure a Champions League return after slumping out of this term's competition in the playoffs. Thiago Motta is still under pressure, though, as his side also exited the Coppa Italia at home to Serie A strugglers Empoli last week, crashing out via a penalty shootout defeat in the quarter-finals. Yet, they then beat Hellas Verona 2-0, as in-form midfielder Khephren Thuram continued his hot streak: following his opening strike on Monday, the Frenchman has already set a new personal best for goal involvements in one league season (seven so far - three goals and four assists). That made it five Serie A wins on the spin for Motta's men, and the last time Juventus achieved at least six consecutive top-flight victories was at the very start of 2023. They can now pull level on 55 points with Atalanta by extending that success streak, and precedent suggests they can at least avoid defeat: the Bianconeri have lost only two of their last 40 league games against their Lombardy counterparts - both in 2021. Even so, their last Serie A home win over this week's visitors was back in early 2018; since then, there have been five draws and one win for La Dea. Including a 1-1 result in January's reverse fixture, when Mateo Retegui scored the hosts' equaliser, the last three league meetings between Juventus and Atalanta have ended all square. ............ Team News Juventus coach Thiago Motta - once a player under Gian Piero Gasperini at Genoa - will take on his former boss without injured quartet Francisco Conceicao, Renato Veiga, Nicolo Savona and Douglas Luiz. While Pierre Kalulu is now available after spending several weeks on the sidelines, his centre-back partner Federico Gatti has been training separately due to a thigh strain and may miss out. Lloyd Kelly could therefore keep his place. Recently preferred to Dusan Vlahovic up front, Randal Kolo Muani was named February's Serie A 'Player of the Month'; only Vlahovic has been involved in more league goals for Juve than Kolo Muani's compatriot Khephren Thuram this season. ............ Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Weah, Kalulu, Kelly, Cambiaso; Thuram, Locatelli; Gonzalez, McKennie, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Atalanta possible starting lineup: Carnesecchi; Toloi, Djimsiti, Kolasinac; Bellanova, De Roon, Ederson, Zappacosta; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Retegui We say: Juventus 2-1 Atalanta Atalanta have scored the most goals from open play in Serie A this season (45), while Juventus have conceded the fewest - just 12 - so a fascinating contest awaits. Juve's form is improving, while La Dea's continues to decline, so the hosts are set to win and draw level on points. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/juventus/preview/preview-juventus-vs-atalanta-prediction-team-news-lineups_567354.html

How will Juventus lineup in defence against Atalanta? Juventus faces Atalanta this weekend in a crucial must-win fixture, a game that the Bianconeri cannot afford to take lightly. This is a match that Juventus must be at their very best to win, as they go up against an Atalanta side that has become one of the most challenging teams to face in Serie A. Atalanta has shown they can compete with the best, and Juventus will need to be fully prepared for the tough test ahead. The men in black and white are currently on a five-match winning streak in the league, and they will be eager to maintain their momentum. However, Atalanta will be relishing the opportunity to break Juventus’ winning run and make their own statement. With both teams having a strong squad and key players who can make a difference, this promises to be an exciting and hard-fought contest. ............ The club will be without some of their key defenders, and Lloyd Kelly is set to partner the returning Pierre Kalulu in defence. Additionally, Federico Gatti’s involvement is uncertain, and his best option may be a place on the bench. Renato Veiga has yet to train with the entire squad, further complicating the selection process for Juventus. ............ Despite these challenges, Juventus will need to call on their best players to step up and perform against a formidable Atalanta side. The game represents a significant test of their squad depth and ability to cope with injuries while maintaining their impressive form. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-will-juventus-lineup-in-defence-against-atalanta/

Juventus receive Renato Veiga injury boost as Atalanta loom Juventus defender Renato Veiga has returned to group training and is expected to be available for a Serie A game against Atalanta on Sunday. The Portugal international suffered a muscle injury during a Champions League game against PSV in mid-February. ............ It’s a much-needed injury boost for Thiago Motta, especially because Federico Gatti continued training separately just two days before a crucial home game against Atalanta. The Bianconeri sit fourth in the table, three points below their next rivals. ............ Juventus won five consecutive Serie A matches, moving just six points below table leaders Inter. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-renato-veiga-boost-as-atalanta-loom/

Journalist discusses if Juventus can be considered serious title contenders Juventus has been in excellent form over the last few weeks, with the Bianconeri now being considered one of the potential contenders for the Scudetto. Just six points separate them from the top of the Serie A table, and if they continue their winning ways in the games leading up to the international break, their position could improve even further. ............ While Juventus has shown signs of being a strong contender, Paolo De Paola believes it’s still premature to crown them as serious challengers for the Scudetto. Despite their five-match winning streak, the team’s inconsistency remains a significant concern. De Paola pointed out that it’s still too early to consider Juve as a reliable title contender. “Juventus is inconsistent, it cannot yet be considered a real contender for the Scudetto. It is not a reliable team at the moment,” De Paola said. These comments reflect a larger skepticism around Juventus’ ability to keep up their momentum. ............ For now, Juventus must focus on what they can control—winning their upcoming games. Winning games and securing points is the most crucial thing, regardless of the skepticism from outside. If they can continue this good run of form, they will prove their doubters wrong and demonstrate that they can be a real force in the race for the Scudetto. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/journalist-discusses-if-juventus-can-be-considered-serious-title-contenders/

Kolo Muani breaks silence on his Juventus future: ‘Why not?’ Juventus forward Randal Kolo Muani would be glad to remain at Juventus ‘if things continue like this’ and insists he’s happy to cover different positions in the attack: ‘You have to be versatile.’ ............ “My desire is to play and enjoy myself. But if things continue like this, why not? Juventus are the club that opened the doors for me,” he said. Kolo Muani has immediately become the starting centre-forward at the Allianz Stadium, and this is hardly surprising given that coach Thiago Motta played a key role in negotiations during the January transfer window. “I spoke a lot with him before coming here; he explained how he saw things, how we would play,” said Kolo Muani. “That’s what attracted me and pushed me to sign. I didn’t expect my debut to go so well.” ............ “I’m a forward, and nowadays, you have to be versatile,” he said. “So, I feel comfortable both in the centre and on the wing. I prefer playing in open spaces, making runs in behind, and using my speed, but I’m also showing that I can combine in tight spaces, like against Verona, where the goal came from the pass I gave to Locatelli.” ............ “Football is like that. It’s better to take it one game at a time,” Kolo Muani concluded. “I’m happy to face Retegui with Atalanta, I didn’t know him well before, but I’m impressed by how comfortable he is in front of goal and his hunger for scoring.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/kolo-muani-breaks-silence-juventus-why-not/

Juventus submit offer to keep Kolo Muani beyond the summer Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli is already in talks with PSG to keep Randal Kolo Muani beyond the summer, offering a one-year loan plus an obligation to buy in 2026. Juventus are willing to keep Kolo Muani at the Allianz Stadium in 2025-26 and have reportedly informed PSG about an offer for a new loan deal until June 2026, plus an obligation to buy next season. The French forward joined Juventus on a dry loan deal in the January transfer window, so the Bianconeri must negotiate a new agreement with PSG. ............ The fee to acquire the striker permanently in 2026 would be circa €45-50m. ............ The Bianconeri are eager to reach an agreement before the end of the season because they’ll be playing in the Club World Cup from June 2025 and want Kolo Muani to be part of the squad travelling to the USA next summer. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-offer-keep-kolo-muani-summer/

Pruzzo says Osimhen will ‘join Juventus’ Roma legend Roberto Pruzzo says Victor Osimhen will join Juventus in the summer: ‘It’s a reliable source…’ Osimhen is under contract with Napoli but has been playing for Galatasaray on loan this season after failing to reach agreements for permanent moves to PSG, Chelsea and Al-Ahli over the summer. The Nigerian striker had agreed to a €130m clause when he signed a contract extension with Napoli in 2023, but it will drop to €75m at the end of the season. ............ “I know that Juventus’ next striker will be Osimhen,” the former striker said. “A reliable source close to the Nigerian’s entourage revealed it to me in Florence. They are certain they will be going to Turin next year.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/roma-legend-pruzzo-says-osimhen-will-join-juventus/

Is Khephren Thuram’s development at Juventus going under the radar? Khephren Thuram was not regarded as a marquee signing when Juventus secured his transfer from Nice in the summer. The midfielder arrived in Turin as one of the more underrated talents in Ligue 1, and there were doubts about whether he could step out of the shadow of his brother, who plays for Inter Milan. Additionally, with his father having previously represented Juventus, Thuram faces the challenge of living up to a strong family legacy at the club. However, as he was not the most expensive midfield acquisition by the Bianconeri, his signing largely went under the radar. Despite this, Thuram has quietly delivered impressive performances in Serie A this season. The midfielder has registered three goals and four assists in the league, a commendable return that highlights his growing influence in the team. ............ This lack of spotlight has arguably worked in Thuram’s favour, allowing him to develop away from intense scrutiny. He has quietly thrived, proving to be a valuable asset in midfield and demonstrating his ability to contribute effectively to the team’s attacking play. At 23, Thuram still has plenty of room for growth, and his best years are ahead of him. If he continues on his current trajectory, he has the potential to become one of the most successful signings Juventus have made in recent years. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/is-khephren-thurams-development-at-juventus-going-under-the-radar/

How many seasons does Motta have to win the Scudetto? Many believe Juventus have underperformed this season, despite it being Thiago Motta’s first campaign as their manager. Significant changes took place at the Allianz Stadium at the end of the previous season, with Juventus appointing a new manager and bringing in several new players to fit his system. While the club has recruited well, many of their signings have taken longer than expected to adapt to their style of play, which has contributed to their inconsistency. ............ The Bianconeri have a squad filled with quality players, and the club will do everything possible to ensure they succeed. However, the question remains: how soon can Juventus realistically expect Motta to deliver a Serie A title? In recent weeks, there have been signs of progress, with Juventus appearing to edge back into the title race. This suggests they still have an outside chance of winning the league this season. However, given that the team is in the midst of a rebuild, patience will be required. ............ A realistic expectation would be to allow at least two seasons for the squad to fully develop and establish itself as a dominant force once again. Even next season, fans should be prepared for potential struggles with consistency as the team continues to evolve under Motta’s leadership. By the 2026/27 campaign, however, there should be no excuses. Juventus should be fully rebuilt, and by then, Motta will have had sufficient time to implement his philosophy and establish a team capable of competing for the Scudetto. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-many-seasons-does-motta-have-to-win-the-scudetto/