5 - Manuel Locatelli

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Modificato June 18, 2023 da Socrates

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LOCATELLI: ‘IF I’M AT JUVENTUS, IT’S BECAUSE I DESERVED IT’

 

 

 

Manuel Locatelli said he ‘deserved’ a move from Sassuolo to Juventus and ‘can’t wait to get started’ with Massimiliano Allegri’s team. .........

 

 

Locatelli reiterated his desire to join Juventus when he was presented by the club and said he’s ready to give his all for the Old Lady.

 

“This has always been the dream I had as a child,” Locatelli said at a press conference. “We have a Juventus family, and it’s a double sensation for me. ..........

 

“I will give my all because we are here for this,” he said. “There’s a winning mentality here, we are here to win.

 

“I will immediately put myself at the service of the team and the service of the coach. It was already wonderful how many teammates welcomed me.

 

“They are all good guys, and I can’t wait to spend these years with them.”

 

 

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Sassuolo CEO Carnevali identifies Manuel Locatelli’s ideal playing position

 

 

After two seasons in Turin, Manuel Locatelli’s most suitable playing role remain a topic of debate among Juventus fans.

 

The 25-year-old has been operating as a defensive midfielder at the very center of Max Allegri’s 3-5-2 formation.

 

The Italian has done an admirable job when it comes to shielding the backline and win back possession.

 

However, many believe that the player would thrive even more if thrusted in a more advanced position on the pitch.

 

Apparently, Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali is among those. The Neroverdi poached the player’s services at a tender age after getting his breakthrough at Milan. .....

 

“He’s a player who has the characteristics to cover both roles, but I’m convinced that he can perform better as a Mezzala (box-to-box midfielder).”

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/sassuolo-ceo-carnevali-identifies-manuel-locatellis-ideal-playing-position/

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“Life is truly incredible” – Locatelli cherishes scoring coincidence against Milan

 

 

On the 22nd of October 2016, 18-year-old Manuel Locatelli made a name for himself on the big stage by stunning Gianluigi Buffon with an absolute screamer from a long distance.

 

The Milan youth product secured a valuable victory for his struggling side at a time when Juventus were ruling the Italian landscape.

 

Seven years later, a great many things have changed in the world of Calcio. Yet, Locatelli recreated his moment of magic on the same day, at the same stadium and almost in the same minute.

 

Nevertheless, the midfielder was donning the Black-and-White stripes this time, so his rare winner sealed all three points for the visitors. ..............

 

 

“Life is truly incredible. on the same day as seven years ago, I score another goal at San Siro, which I dedicate to my family,” said the Italy international.

 

“Rabiot told me to score in the right goal. For me this is a special place, I grew up here, so it’s really a special evening, because I now play in the team where I wanted to be.

 

“The numerical superiority helped us, but we earned it. ..............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/life-is-truly-incredible-locatelli-cherishes-scoring-coincidence-against-milan/

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MANUEL LOCATELLI NEARS NEW CONTRACT

 

 

Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli is close to signing a new contract at the Bianconeri. ..............

 

 

A new deal for Locatelli is now in the last few details and the expectation is that the midfielder will sign a contract till the summer of 2028.

 

The Bianconeri are now hoping to close an agreement over the new deal, with the ex-Sassuolo man likely to get an upgrade on his wage. ..............

 

Read more -> https://www.getfootballnewsitaly.com/2023/juventus-manuel-locatelli-nears-new-contract/

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Manuel Locatelli signs new Juventus contract until 2028

 

 

 

Juventus have confirmed that midfielder Manuel Locatelli has renewed his contract until the end of the 2027-28 season.

The 25-year-old spent two years on loan with Massimiliano Allegri's side from Sassuolo, who then sold him to the Bianconeri permanently for €30m (£26.2m) this summer.

 

Since arriving in Turin two years ago, Locatelli has already racked up over a century of appearances for Juventus, turning out 103 times and coming up with four goals and eight assists. .........

 

"This shirt means everything to me, and I really feel at home here. I love you all lots, sending you a big hug, and, as always, Forza Juve!" .........

 

Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/juventus/transfer-talk/news/manuel-locatelli-signs-new-juventus-contract-until-2028_528618.html?newsnow

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Locatelli leaves Italy camp amidst injury fears – Cambiaso also sustains knock

 

 

Ahead of the two decisive Euro 2024 qualifiers against North Macedonia and Ukraine, Luciano Spalletti called up five Juventus stars for the Italy camp.

 

But unfortunately, Manuel Locatelli had to leave early as medical exams detected a slight fracture in the rib sustained during last Saturday’s encounter against Cagliari. 

 

 

The 25-year-old will now undergo further tests following his return to Turin. The Bianconeri will be hoping to have the midfielder back at Max Allegri’s disposal before the major Derby d’Italia showdown against Inter on November 26th. Otherwise, it would be a major blow for the club.

 

Moreover, Italy coach Spalletti revealed that Andrea Cambiaso has arrived with a swollen ankle. Nevertheless, the versatile wingback remains with the national team. ...............

 

The other three Juventus stars in the Azzurri camp are Federico Chiesa, Moise Kean and Federico Gatti.

 

On another note, Dean Huijsen also returned home due to back pain. The teenager received a call-up from Netherlands U20. ...............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/locatelli-leaves-italy-camp-amidst-injury-fears-cambiaso-also-sustains-knock/

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Manuel Locatelli reportedly has a broken rib, forcing him to leave Italy camp

It didn’t technically happen while wearing azzurro, but this is one heck of a thing to find out at the beginning of the break.

 

 

 

Monday brought the news that Manuel Locatelli’s stay with the Italian national team during the November international break was a short one. On the same day in which he got to Coverciano, Locatelli was already on his way back to Turin, as it was discovered that he had broken one of his ribs.

 

It occurred at some point during Saturday’s win against Cagliari. Locatelli, however, played through the injury and completed the full 90-plus minutes. 

 

The fear now is that Locatelli, the only Juventus midfielder to start the first 12 games of the 2023-24 season, is a serious doubt for the Derby d’Italia against Inter in two weeks. Considering that Juventus has yet to say anything about Locatelli’s injury, we don’t know the severity of it and how much time he could miss. ............

 

So, if Locatelli is not fit enough to play against Inter two Sundays from now, that means Juventus will have just three midfielders available: Adrien Rabiot (back from suspension), Fabio Miretti and Hans Nicolussi Caviglia, who just made his season debut this past weekend against Cagliari. That, no matter how you try and spin it, is not a good situation to be in, with 18-year-old Joseph Nonge — he himself who has been with the senior squad for just a few weeks now — being your only natural midfielder on the bench. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2023/11/15/23960286/manuel-locatelli-juventus-italy-2023-serie-a-euro-2024-qualifying-team-news

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Locatelli could play in a different role if Thiago Motta comes to Juventus

 

 

Manuel Locatelli joined Juventus following an impressive performance for Italy in Euro 2020 and some fine displays for Sassuolo. ............

 

The men in black and white expect more from him, even though he primarily plays in front of the defense. A change of management could make a difference.

 

Locatelli is one of the Juventus players whose position in the team could be affected if Thiago Motta becomes the club’s next manager.

 

Motta is tipped to replace Allegri, and the report claims that if that happens, Locatelli will be assigned a different role. ............ 

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/locatelli-could-play-in-a-different-role-if-thiago-motta-comes-to-juventus/

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Spalletti leaves Locatelli out of preliminary squad as Fagioli makes the cut

 

 

Italy’s national team manager, Luciano Spalletti, has left out Manuel Locatelli from his provisional squad for Euro 2024.

 

The Azzurri are looking to defend the crown they won in 2020, now under a new manager following Spalletti’s replacement of Roberto Mancini. ............

 

Spalletti’s most notable omission is Manuel Locatelli. However, he included Locatelli’s Juventus teammate Nicolo Fagioli, who has just returned from a long-term ban.

 

Andrea Cambiaso and Federico Chiesa are the other two Juventus players who have made the preliminary squad for the competition. ............ 

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-leaves-locatelli-out-of-preliminary-squad-as-fagioli-makes-the-cut/

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Brambati defends the decision to cut Locatelli from the latest Italy squad

 

 

Massimo Brambati has defended Luciano Spalletti’s decision not to include Manuel Locatelli in his preliminary squad for Euro 2024.

 

The midfielder was an important member of the Italy team that won the last edition of the competition. ............

 

Brambati is not surprised by the decision to leave Locatelli out, insisting that the midfielder has regressed since moving to Juve.

 

He said:

 

“I knew for 2 weeks that Fagioli was there. Isn’t Locatelli here? I agree because he hasn’t grown, but he has deteriorated, I’m sorry to say. involved because you had to put a high-quality midfielder alongside him in January. And I also agree with bringing Fagioli out.” ............ 

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-defends-the-decision-to-cut-locatelli-from-the-latest-italy-squad/

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Juventus consider selling Locatelli to Marseille to fund move for primary target

 

 

Juventus could reportedly sacrifice Manuel Locatelli this summer to finance a move for Atalanta star Teun Koopmeiners.

 

The Dutchman has been an obsession for the Old Lady for almost six months, but their offers have fallen short of La Dea’s valuation (60 million euros).

 

Despite signing Douglas Luiz and closing in on Khephren Thuram, the Bianconeri still consider Koopmeiners the missing piece in the midfield jigsaw. ............

 

Therefore, Juventus could entertain a sale if they were to receive an offer from Olympique Marseille who have recently emerged as a suitor.

 

The Ligue 1 side have recently appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach, and the latter shares a solid bond with Locatelli dating back to their time together at Sassuolo. ............ 

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/report-juventus-consider-selling-locatelli-to-marseille-to-fund-move-for-primary-target/

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Former Juventus star compares Locatelli to Thiago Motta as a player

 

 

Manuel Locatelli has looked in brilliant shape in Juventus’ matches this season, and the midfielder is now being compared to Bianconeri manager Thiago Motta.

 

Motta was a gifted midfielder in his playing days, and his undeniable talent earned him moves to top clubs like Barcelona, Inter Milan, and PSG.

 

He was an intelligent player on the pitch, and those who watched him consider him one of the finest midfielders of his generation. ............

 

It seems he has transformed Locatelli, who is looking sharper and more involved in Juve’s matches. ............

 

However, he now appears to be on the path to revival, and former Juventus star Domenico Marocchino has compared him to his current manager.

 

He said: “Locatelli looks a lot like Thiago Motta on the pitch. In fact, the player has been protected in this first part of the season. And before removing him, the coach will think carefully”. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/former-juventus-star-compares-locatelli-to-thiago-motta-as-a-player/

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Rejuvenated Juventus star among players Spalletti could call in October

 

 

Manuel Locatelli was not included in the Italy squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers and has rarely been considered for the national team since Luciano Spalletti took over as manager.

 

Under Roberto Mancini, Locatelli was one of the team’s standout players and played a pivotal role in their Euro 2020 success. ............

 

However, he has shown improvement under Thiago Motta and is now expected to rejoin the Italy squad.

 

Although he wasn’t called up for the September international break, Spalletti will likely call him up for the October international fixtures. ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/rejuvenated-juventus-star-among-players-spalletti-could-call-in-october/

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Bergomi hails Juventus midfielder: “I would never leave him out”

 

 

Legendary Inter defender Giuseppe Bergomi identifies Manuel Locatelli as the most irreplaceable player at Juventus. ............

 

But while Thiago Motta has named Teun Koopmeiners as his most indispensable player, Bergomi, on the other hand, sees it differently, lauding Locatelli as the club’s most essential player in the middle of the park.

 

“The one Thiago Motta needs most is Locatelli,” said the 1982 World Cup winner.

 

“I would never leave out someone like him. He played a great game in Udine.” ............

 

“I also saw Thuram doing very well. The two of them in the middle of the park were great against Udinese.”

 

While Locatelli sat deep and pulled the strings from the middle of the park, Thuram was the one pushing forward, basically acting as the box-to-box midfielder. ............

 

It remains to be seen if Motta will maintain this midfield duo for the Champions League contest against Lille, or hand opportunities to Nicolo Fagioli and Weston McKennie.

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/inter-icon-bergomi-hails-juventus-midfielder-i-would-never-leave-him-out/

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How Manuel Locatelli became indispensable in Thiago Motta’s Juventus

 

 

While he had been in and out of the starting lineup in the first weeks of the season, Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli has now cemented himself as a stalwart in Thiago Motta’s plans.

 

The 26-year-old has been a regular starter under Max Allegri, but his displays didn’t convince everyone. While some praised him for his ability to shield the backline, others highlighted his mediocre playmaking skills while he operates in the Regista role.

 

Nevertheless, Locatelli has been showing signs of improvement this season, especially in the possession phase. ............

 

Moreover, Locatelli has been showing great grit and determination since the start of the season, which earned him the captain’s armband recently. ............

 

The source also highlighted the stats that showcase the player’s importance to the black-and-white cause.

• Games played: 10
• Minutes played: 778
• Goals: 0
• Assists: 0
• Touches per game (average): 78.3
• Passing accuracy: 92% (average 63.4 per game)
• Tackles per game (average): 2.2
• Balls recovered per game (average): 3.6.

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-manuel-locatelli-became-indispensable-in-thiago-mottas-juventus/

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Stunning Locatelli stat could be the reason why he is back in the Italy national team

 

 

Manuel Locatelli’s recent call-up to the Italy national team comes as a well-deserved acknowledgement of his impressive performances at Juventus this season. Although Locatelli had been a regular in Roberto Mancini’s squad, he found himself out of favour when Luciano Spalletti took over, with other midfielders initially preferred. His absence from Italy’s Euro 2024 squad surprised many fans who recognised his quality and consistency. However, with several players withdrawing from the current national team squad, Locatelli was granted a late call-up, marking a potential turning point in his international career.

 

Locatelli’s resurgence has been evident under Juventus manager Thiago Motta, who has given him the platform and trust needed to thrive in a more dynamic role. As a pivotal figure in Juve’s midfield, Locatelli has contributed greatly to the club’s success across competitions, showcasing improved technical skill, positional awareness, and playmaking ability. ............

 

One statistic in particular highlights Locatelli’s impact this season: according to Opta, he has completed the most line-breaking passes in Serie A (142), a remarkable 19 passes more than any other player. This stat not only underscores his creativity but also his effectiveness in penetrating defences, a skill that has been instrumental in Juventus’ attacking play. Such performances are likely what caught the attention of the Italian selectors and ultimately led to his recall. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/stunning-locatelli-stat-could-be-the-reason-why-he-is-back-in-the-italy-national-team/