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Motta displeased with Juventus attitude on late equalizer, suggests new role for Yildiz Juventus coach Thiago Motta was in an unpleasant mood after watching his men concede a late equalizer at the Via del Mare. The Bianconeri were the better side in the first half and were incredibly close to breaking the deadlock through Khephren Thuram who missed a sitter and Francisco Conceicao who hit the post. In the end, the Old Lady found the breakthrough through a deflected shot from Andrea Cambiaso, but the latter’s ill-advising late venture saw him lose possession in the dying ambers of the match, which culminated in Ante Rebic’s equalizer. ............ “I am so sad about what happened to Bove, and my thoughts go especially to his family. It is terrible for a parent to see their child go through such a difficult time. I hope he can make a swift recovery so that his family may relax,” said the Juventus manager in his post-match press conference as published by the club’s official website. ............ “Regarding the match, we played well in the first half, but in the second half, we dropped off in intensity. Lecce started to take control and, although we defended well, we made avoidable mistakes that led to the equaliser. “Cambiaso made the decision to try that move at that moment, but in games like these, we have to learn to manage certain situations better.” ............ “Kenan can play either out wide or as a central striker. He is a versatile player, but today I preferred Timo [Weah] up front to stretch the game. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/motta-displeased-with-juventus-attitude-on-late-equalizer-suggests-new-role-for-yildiz/

Juventus player ratings v Lecce – Average scores across the team ............ Player Ratings Mattia Perin – 7.5 Perin was as reliable as ever between the posts, making crucial saves to keep Juventus in the game. His consistency continues to make life difficult for Michele Di Gregorio, who arrived in Turin aiming to be the club’s first-choice goalkeeper. Danilo – 6.0 ............ Federico Gatti – 6.5 Solid defensively, Gatti contributed to keeping Lecce at bay for much of the match. However, his adventurous forward runs began to leave gaps at the back, and he was eventually substituted. Pierre Kalulu – 7.0 Kalulu was once again Juventus’ standout defender. His positional awareness and composure were vital in neutralizing Lecce’s attacking threats. Andrea Cambiaso – 8.0 A Man of the Match display from the versatile full-back. Cambiaso excelled in multiple roles, capped by scoring Juventus’ only goal with a well-taken deflected shot. His adaptability and work rate were commendable. Manuel Locatelli – 6.5 ............ Khephren Thuram – 6.5 ............ Kenan Yildiz – 7.0 For much of his time on the pitch, Yildiz was Juventus’ most dynamic attacker, constantly probing Lecce’s defence. Unfortunately, he couldn’t deliver the decisive touch when it mattered most. Teun Koopmeiners – 7.5 Koopmeiners delivered one of his best performances in a Juventus shirt. He provided the assist for Cambiaso’s goal and was a steady presence in midfield throughout the game. Francisco Conceição – 7.5 Conceição was a live wire on the flank, with his pace and directness causing Lecce significant problems. Despite his efforts, he couldn’t find the breakthrough he deserved. Timothy Weah – 6.5 ............ Substitutes Jonas Rouhi – 6.0 ............ Nicolò Fagioli – 6.0 Replacing Thuram in midfield, Fagioli failed to offer the dynamism needed to control the game. His impact was minimal. Samuel Mbangula – 6.0 ............ Diego Pugno – N/A Pugno came on too late to have a meaningful influence on the game and did not play enough to earn a rating. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-player-ratings-v-lecce-average-scores-across-the-team/

Juventus 1 - Lecce 1: Initial reaction and random observations One would think that the best defense in Serie A would be able to close out a game in which they are facing what has easily been the league’s worst attacking side. That’s what logic tells you. But, as we saw Sunday night, Juventus defense had been teetering for much of the second half, with Lecce very much giving Mattia Perin plenty to do after barely having to handle the ball in the opening 45 minutes. After all that teetering, the dam finally broke. ............ From Andrea Cambiaso — the man who gave Juve a 1-0 lead with his long-range shot in the 68th minute — turning the ball over as he looked to counter one last time and call more clock to Jonas Rouhi absolutely losing track of Ante Rebic on the subsequent counter as he steamed into the box, it was just all bad. With Rebic very much open at the back post, it felt like a fitting end for a second-half performance in which the worst attack in Serie A this season actually showed signs of life rather than producing next to nothing. Just like in the last-minute loss to Stuttgart, I can’t help but think the same thing: Perin didn’t deserve any of this. Yet Juventus’ defense, at the worst possible time, reverted back to its worst self rather than how it has played for much of the 2024-25 season. ............ It’s resulted in a team that is still unbeaten in Serie A, sure, but has two more draws (8) than wins (6) so far this season. And it’s especially those draws against teams in the bottom half of the table — let alone in or around the relegation zone — that truly add plenty of salt in the wound no matter what point of the season it may be. That’s eight points dropped against Empoli, Cagliari, Parma and now Lecce rather than 12 points earned. It doesn’t matter who is available or try to put a positive spin on it, Juventus simply can’t afford to see those results against provincial sides continue to happen. Yet they are. That’s why as much as you can say “Hey! Juventus are still unbeaten in the league!” it’s a little bit of a false flag. Yes, it’s not a loss, but boy dropping points in that kind of fashion against a club that has barely scored all season certainly feels like one. ............ RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS Thinking you today, Edoardo Bove. That’s just so scary. ............ I just don’t know why Cambiaso felt the need to go all YOLO and have such a bad turnover at that moment in time. You just can’t do that. ............ Of course, the first thought I had go through my head other than “How did Khephren miss that one?” was the simple notion of “I hope this isn’t one of those days.” I’m guessing I wasn’t the only person thinking that despite it being so early on in the proceedings. And right after I got done typing out those previous thoughts about Thuram’s chance, there goes Francisco Conceição curling one towards the far post and hitting the woodwork. Sheesh. It’s the 20th minute and Cambiaso was already closing in on 40 touchs. Sheesh. Timothy Weah touches in the first half: 8. Teun Koopmeiners touches in the first half: 21. Mattia Perin touches in the first half: 21. ............ Perin had virtually nothing to do in the first half. The first 12 minutes of the second half, though? He was forced into five saves — which, no matter the difficulty of them, didn’t feel like all that great of a development against a side that has scored all of six times all season. ............ For as good as Nicolo Savona has been to start his career with Juventus’ senior team, the same can’t be said about Rouhi at the other fullback spot. Now we know why he hasn’t played as much as Savona, and it’s not like what he let happen in stoppage time is going to help his case for more playing time. That’s not how you earn a manager’s trust. I’m still trying to figure out why Motta took Gatti out. Unless there’s something physically wrong with him, it’s not like Juventus have a midweek game coming up so managing minutes might not have been as much of a pressing matter as it could have been. ............ Lecce had as many shots as Juventus in the second half. Unacceptable. If Napoli beat Roma on Monday night, they’re going to be nine points clear of Juventus. Remember when Juve were in sixth but two points behind Napoli just a few weeks ago? Ah, those were the days, my friends. In conclusion, Lecce — the worst attacking team in the league — finished with a higher xG than Juventus on Sunday night. This is just frustrating as all hell, man. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2024/12/1/24310325/juventus-lecce-2024-serie-a-matchday-14-final-score-result-initial-reaction-random-observations

Late Ante Rebic goal steals a point for Lecce against Juventus Juventus played out a draw against Lecce tonight, despite appearing to be on the verge of victory. The Bianconeri knew they needed to win this game, as consecutive goalless draws had begun to raise questions among fans about their ability to score goals. The men in black and white started strongly, with Khephren Thuram coming close to opening the scoring almost immediately after kickoff. Francisco Conceição also hit the post within the first 16 minutes, as Juventus piled on the pressure in search of a breakthrough. Despite relentless pressure, including a disallowed goal from Timothy Weah for offside, Juventus couldn’t find the back of the net. ............ Thiago Motta’s team had gone over 230 minutes without scoring and entered the second half with renewed intensity. ............ Federico Gatti nearly took matters into his own hands, coming close to scoring for Juventus. ............ Juventus finally broke the deadlock with a deflected shot from Andrea Cambiaso, a deserved goal given their dominance. ............ The hosts’ persistence paid off in heartbreaking fashion for Juventus when Ante Rebić scored a dramatic late equaliser, denying the Bianconeri a hard-fought victory. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/late-ante-rebic-goal-steals-a-point-for-lecce-against-juventus/

Danilo open to Napoli transfer but Juventus set key condition Juventus captain Danilo is reportedly enticed by a January switch to Napoli, but the Bianconeri won’t grant him safe passage south unless they get their hands on their own transfer target. ............ The 33-year-old has failed to impress when given the opportunities, as he’s been struggling to deal with young and pacey strikers. Danilo is only getting the nod these days due to a ravaging injury crisis that left Motta with hardly any choices. Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal are out for the season, while Nicolo Savona is dealing with a slight muscle problem. ............ The Brazil captain is a transfer target of Napoli ahead of the January transfer market, as Antonio Conte appreciates his quality and experience. Moreover, he would find an old ally in Giovanni Manna, the former Juventus official who currently serves as the Partenopei’s sporting director. ............ Juventus remains hesitant, as they wouldn’t want to strengthen a direct rival in the middle of the season. Nevertheless, the Bianconeri would be willing to negotiate if Napoli would consider selling them Giacomo Raspadori. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/danilo-open-to-napoli-transfer-but-juventus-set-key-condition/

Fabrizio Romano: Juventus midfielder has no intention to leave in January Italian football journalist Fabrizio Romano insists Douglas Luiz intends to stay firm at Juventus, at least until the end of the season. The Serie A giants splashed around 50 million euros to secure the services of the Brazil international last summer from Aston Villa. ............ But while the 26-year-old was one of the most vibrant midfielders in the Premier League this season, he has yet to showcase his capabilities on Italian soil. He started his campaign on a slow note, only making a couple of starts, and failing to leave a positive mark on the pitch. ............ “Douglas Luiz is currently not planning to leave Juventus in the January transfer window,” posted Romano. “He’s focused on returning from the injury and make an impact at the club after joining from Villa in the summer.” It remains to be seen when the former Aston Villa man will be able to return to the squad. Thiago Motta will be hoping to recover his services, along with others for next Saturday’s contest against Bologna. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/fabrizio-romano-juventus-midfielder-has-no-intention-to-leave-in-january/

Juventus probable lineup vs Lecce: Two changes from Aston Villa clash Juventus will be looking to return to winning ways when they take on Lecce at the Via del Mare. The Bianconeri are coming off two back-to-back stalemates against Milan in Serie A and Aston Villa in the Champions League, where they have been impeded by the lack of strikers at Thiago Motta’s disposal. And with Dusan Vlahovic still out of action, Juve will have to negotiate yet another contest without a proper centre-forward. The Serbian is one of nine unavailable players. The injury list also includes the likes of Arek Milik, Weston McKennie, Douglas Luiz, Nico Gonzalez, in addition to long-term absentees Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal. ............ The team sheet will be similar to the one that took the field at Villa Park on Wednesday, as Motta hardly has any room to maneuver. At this stage, the lineup is almost picking itself. ............ With Nicolo Savona becoming the latest absentee, club captain Danilo will force his way into the lineup at right-back, joining Federico Gatti, Pierre Kalulu and Andrea Cambiaso. The only voluntary change Motta will make is to drop Michele Di Gregorio in favor of Mattia Perin who will get another chance to shine in goal. On the other hand, the rest of the lineup will remain intact, with Manuel Locatelli linking up with Khephren Thuram in the double pivot, thus keeping Nicolo Fagioli on the bench. Teun Koopmeiners will be hoping to impress after two listless displays when he operates as an attacking midfielder. The young Francisco Conceicao and Kenan Yildiz will take the wings, while Timothy will be once again tasked with interpreting the striker role. Juventus Probable XI (4-2-3-1): Perin; Danilo, Kalulu, Gatti, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Weah. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-probable-lineup-vs-lecce-two-changes-from-aston-villa-clash/

Who are the five Juventus youngsters called up for Lecce trip Amidst the devastating injury crisis, Juventus coach Thiago Motta decided to add five new youngsters to the traveling party to Lecce. ............ We begin with Augusto Owusu, a midfielder who has been rising through the club’s ranks since the age of seven. He currently features for the Next Gen squad. ............ His Next Gen teammate Christos Papadopoulos is only a year older. He’s currently in Turin on loan from Genoa, so it remains to be seen what the future will hold for the 20-year-old Greek midfielder. ............ In addition to the Next Gen duo, Motta bolstered his squad with a trio of promising Primavera starlets. Filippo Pagnucco is an 18-year-old left-back who currently serves as the captain of the U20 side. Despite his tender age, 17-year-old Alfonso Montero also got the nod. Like his father, the legendary Paolo Montero, the teenager is a centre-back by trade. The Uruguayan is already burning the stages of his development, as he’s one of the youngest players in Francesco Magnanelli’s squad. He has also been called up for the Uruguay U20 side. Finally, Diego Pugno joins the ranks amidst the lack of strikers at Motta’s disposal, with Vlahovic and Milik both out. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/who-are-the-five-juventus-youngsters-called-up-for-lecce-trip/

Fagioli’s list of suitors is growing as Juventus eye Genoa midfielder as potential replacement The reports linking Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli with the exit door are gaining more steam, and the club is already considering a replacement. Over the past few weeks, the Italy international has been unable to earn himself a starting spot in Thiago Motta’s lineup, even with the squad being pared down to the bone amidst a ravaging injury crisis. The Italian Brazilian manager currently prefers Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram in the double pivot, leaving Fagioli starving for minutes. The player’s lack of minutes have coincided with growing exit talks. ............ Paris Saint-Germain, Olympique Marseille and Napoli are all keeping tabs on the situation. The report adds that Juventus are seeking a figure above 20 million euros for the midfielder whose contract will expire in June 2028. This figure would be registered as pure capital gains, as the Italian is a youth product of the club. ............ Juve has interest in Morten Frendrup. The source claims that the management could turn to the Genoa man if they end up parting ways with Fagioli. The report expects Juventus to try to sign the Dane on loan with an obligation to buy until the end of the season for a figure between 15 and 16 million euros. This is slightly lower than the 20 million requested by the Grifone. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/fagiolis-list-of-suitors-is-growing-as-juventus-eye-genoa-midfielder-as-potential-replacement/

Giuntoli non ti ascolterá, stanne certo ed é un bene.

Io invece credo che la partita verrá giocata regolarmente. Ma vista la situazione della Juve che dovrá far scendere in campo gli stessi che hanno giocato in Champions contro un Lecce che ha preparato la partita per tutta la settimana, sarebbe meglio per noi che non si giocasse.

Ma la frase é stata detta da Pietrangeli o da Cassano? Lo stile é del barese.

US Lecce vs Juventus: Preview and Prediction Lecce would love to make it consecutive wins in the league when they host giants Juventus on Sunday at the Stadio Via del Mare. Both teams have had contrasting fortunes so far and it could prove to be an exciting clash between two teams from different halves of the table. The home team are 15th with just 12 points in their 13 matches. They have only won three league games so far and are just two points above the drop zone. ............ Juventus might be unbeaten in the Serie A so far, but they have not been at their best. They have played out seven draws in their 13 outings. Despite being sixth on the points table they are very much in the title race as they are just four points behind league leaders Napoli. The Old Lady will look to stay in the mix with another win here. Their last league outing was a 0-0 draw against AC Milan and they failed to win (0-0) against Aston Villa in the Champions League. While it will be a challenge for Motta’s team, they are favourites for this one. ............ Team News & Tactics US Lecce The home team won’t be able to call up Lameck Banda, Medon Berisha, Kevin Bonifazi, and Balthazar Pierret for this fixture. ............ Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Falcone; Guilbert, Gaspar, Baschirotto, Gallo; Coulibaly, Ramadani; Dorgu, Rafia, Pierotti; Krstovic Juventus Juventus have been rocked by injuries this season, they will be without the services of quite a few first-team stars. Arkadiusz Milik, Juan Cabal, Bremer, Nico Gonzalez and Douglas Luiz are all out injured. Meanwhile, the availability of Weston McKennie and Nicolo Savona are major doubts. While Dusan Vlahovic pushing to be fit in time for this fixture, we might see Timothy Weah continue to lead the line for them. The visitors will stick to the 4-2-3-1 formation, where Michele Di Gregorio will be in goal. Danilo and Andrea Cambiaso will feature as the full-backs, while Federico Gatti will pair up with Pierre Kalulu in central defence. Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram will form the double pivot in the centre of the park. They will be looking to dictate the pace of the game. Teun Koopmeiners will take up the number ten role, with Francisco Conceicao and Kenan Yildiz on the flanks and Timothy Weah leading the line. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Danilo, Kalulu, Gatti, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Weah Key Stats Juventus have set a new club record for most Serie A draws in a calendar year. They currently have 17 to their name in 2024 with a few fixtures to go. Lecce have lost each of their last two home games against Juventus, and they failed to score in both those fixtures. Thiago Motta’s team have played out nine draws in the new campaign. The home team have only scored six goals in their 13 outings, which is a major cause of concern. The Old Lady are the only unbeaten team in the Italian top flight, and they have the best defensive record having conceded just seven goals. They have a total of nine clean sheets. Player to Watch Francisco Conceicao On loan from FC Porto, Francisco Conceicao has had quite an impact at Juventus in his first season in Italy. He has scored two goals and bagged five assists in his 12 outings across competitions. The Portuguese international is expected to be in the starting XI, and he will be eager to help his team claim all three points in this away fixture. Prediction Lecce 1-3 Juventus Lecce did secure a win last time out, and they will be confident about putting up a strong performance against Juventus, but they are unlikely to cause them any problems. Despite all the injury concerns. Thiago Motta still has enough quality in his squad to guide them past the home team. The Hard Tackle predicts a 3-1 win for the away team. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2024/11/30/us-lecce-vs-juventus-preview-and-prediction/

Lecce v Juventus: Match prediction, Prewiew, Team news and Lineups Juventus will look to continue their unbeaten start to the Serie A season when they travel to face Lecce at the Stadio Via del Mare on Sunday evening. The Bianconeri remain the only undefeated side in Italy’s top flight after 13 matches, but their tendency to draw games has prevented them from topping the table. ............ Manager Thiago Motta has built his team’s success on a rock-solid defense, conceding just seven goals and keeping nine clean sheets so far. However, Juventus’ attacking output has left much to be desired. Their struggles in front of goal were evident midweek in a 0-0 Champions League draw at Aston Villa, where they created few clear-cut chances. Improving their offensive production will be crucial if they hope to sustain a title challenge. ............ An intriguing subplot to this match is the presence of two of Serie A’s most promising young talents. Juventus’ Kenan Yildiz and Lecce’s Patrick Dorgu are the two youngest players to score three or more goals in the league this season. Their performances could be crucial in determining the outcome of Sunday’s clash. Team News Juventus are dealing with a slew of injuries that have severely limited Motta’s options. Star striker Dusan Vlahovic is hoping to recover from a thigh issue, while Arkadiusz Milik is out until next year. Winger Timothy Weah may be forced to lead the line if Vlahovic is unavailable. The Bianconeri are also without Juan Cabal, Bremer, Nico Gonzalez, and Douglas Luiz due to various injuries. Weston McKennie and Nicolo Savona are doubtful, further depleting Juventus’ squad depth. ............ Expected Starting XIs Lecce: Falcone; Guilbert, Gaspar, Baschirotto, Gallo; Coulibaly, Ramadani; Dorgu, Rafia, Pierotti; Krstovic Juventus: Di Gregorio; Danilo, Kalulu, Gatti, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Weah Match Prediction Given Juventus’ defensive solidity and Lecce’s scoring woes, a low-scoring affair seems likely. The Bianconeri have won their last two away matches against Lecce without conceding, and they’ll be confident of extending that run. While Lecce will be buoyed by their midweek victory, Juventus should have enough quality to grind out a narrow win and keep pace in the title race. Prediction: Lecce 0-1 Juventus . Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/serie-a-lecce-v-juventus-match-preview/

Juventus injury crisis continues as 9 players miss Lecce clash Juventus coach Thiago Motta confirms nine Bianconeri are unavailable for tomorrow’s game against Lecce, including Dusan Vlahovic, so he will promote five players from the youth sector. ............ The Old Lady’s boss Thiago Motta provided the latest team news at a pre-match press conference on Saturday, starting with unavailable players: “Gleison [Bremer], Nico [Gonzalez], Arek [Milik], Douglas [Luiz], Vasilije [Adžić], Juan [Cabal], Dusan [Vlahovic], Savo [Nicolò Savona] and Weston [McKennie].” ............ “Dusan is not available. He and other players have all the desire in the world to be on the pitch and help the team,” said Motta. ............ “All teams are having these injuries. Some teams more and others less, but as I already said, things won’t change, and I am entirely focused on who is available.” The Juventus injury crisis will force Motta to call Next Gen and U19 players to the first squad for tomorrow’s game at Lecce. The youth players called up are: “Alfonso [Montero], Filippo [Pagnucco], Augusto [Owusu], Diego [Pugno] and Christos [Papadopoulos],” said Motta. “I want to see many things and be consistent in what we are doing. We need great performance in all aspects. We need more chances to achieve a result,” continued the Bianconeri boss. ............ “I have complete trust in my players. Those available will perform well, so each of us must give something more to help the team. This is what we do every day.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-injury-crisis-continues-9-out-lecce/

Massimo Pavan is worried about one thing ahead of the Juventus-Lecce match Massimo Pavan has raised significant concerns about Juventus’ preparations ahead of their crucial Serie A clash against Lecce this weekend. His worries stem from the stark contrast in the schedules of both teams. While Lecce has had the luxury of a week’s rest and focus solely on this fixture, Juventus has been dealing with a congested calendar, including matches in the Champions League and Serie A. The strain is further compounded by the club’s ongoing injury crisis, leaving the squad stretched thin. Juventus finds themselves in a precarious position. Currently sixth in Serie A, they cannot afford to drop more points as they chase a top-four finish to secure Champions League qualification for next season. Lecce, meanwhile, has little to lose and will likely approach this game with nothing but determination to upset the Old Lady. ............ “For Lecce, I am terrified by one thing, the fact that Juventus has almost no changes and the Lecce players are rested. It is difficult to understand what game to play, it is difficult to attack without strikers, in management perhaps Lecce would be favoured. It will take a lot of heart and spirit of sacrifice; it will be a very difficult match but Juve can only win since they are sixth, so as not to lose sight of fourth place.” ............ To prevail, Juventus must leverage its experience and tactical flexibility while ensuring concentration throughout the 90 minutes. A win in this fixture is not just essential for their league aspirations but also critical for maintaining morale amid what has been a challenging season so far. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/massimo-pavan-is-worried-about-one-thing-ahead-of-the-juventus-lecce-match/

Trotta warns Juventus about drawing too many matches Juventus remains unbeaten in Serie A this season, and while that’s a commendable feat, the Bianconeri’s inability to convert draws into wins is holding them back from achieving their desired position at the top of the table. While the team’s unbeaten run is a positive, their frequent draws are preventing them from accumulating the points needed to challenge for the Serie A title. ............ Juventus has a new manager in Thiago Motta and several new players, which means there has been an adjustment period. However, this cannot be used as an excuse for failing to convert matches into victories. While the Bianconeri are showing solid defensive displays, their attack has often lacked the finishing touch, resulting in far too many stalemates. ............ Football pundit Ivano Trotta discussed the issue of Juventus’ drawn matches and the importance of turning those into wins: ............ “Years ago, in the 2004/2005 championship, Inter won 18 games and lost only 2 but drew 18. Mancini was called ‘Mr. X’ by the press, and Inter, despite having lost so few, finished third. Then we saw that things have changed but the gist of the matter is that Juventus must draw fewer games.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-warns-juventus-about-drawing-too-many-matches/

Padovano defends Teun Koopmeiners and is confident Dutchman will improve Teun Koopmeiners finds himself navigating a challenging start to life at Juventus following his summer move from Atalanta. The Dutch midfielder, once celebrated as one of the most consistent performers in Serie A, has struggled to replicate the same level of dominance in the Bianconeri colours. As a result, both the player and the club find themselves under pressure to adapt quickly and deliver the expected results. ............ Reports suggest that the club remains confident in his potential. Koopmeiners is believed to be improving gradually, but his progress has not been as rapid as fans or the club would like. Juventus manager Thiago Motta and sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli are reportedly supporting the player, emphasising the importance of patience as he settles into the team’s tactical framework. His late arrival in the summer transfer window, coupled with an incomplete preseason, has also been cited as a factor behind his slow start. ............ Former Juventus player Michele Padovano has defended Koopmeiners, emphasising that his struggles are temporary. Padovano noted: “His role is not very easy, but in any case, I think he will arrive too. Let’s not forget that he arrived late and has not done a complete athletic preparation. Losing even 20 days of training affects your performance on the pitch.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-defends-teun-koopmeiners-and-is-confident-dutchman-will-improve/

Juventus eyeing Antonio Silva: Jorge Mendes a key ally in transfer strategy Juventus are set to make moves in the transfer market following season-ending injuries to defenders Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal. The Italian giants have turned their attention to Antonio Silva, a promising 20-year-old Portuguese center-back currently playing for Benfica. Cristiano Giuntoli, Juventus’ sporting director, is particularly impressed with Silva’s potential. Silva, known for his aerial prowess and marking ability, is considered one of the most exciting prospects in Portuguese football. He is under contract with Benfica until 2027. ............ Jorge Mendes, Silva’s agent, has previously worked successfully with Juventus on the Conceicao deal and is now looking to facilitate Silva’s move. The proposed transfer structure involves an initial loan with an option to buy, which could become an obligation if certain conditions are met, for approximately €30 million. ............ Thiago Motta, Juventus’ coach, has also expressed interest in Jhon Lucumi, a 25-year-old defender from Bologna with whom he has previously worked. Giuntoli is exploring multiple options, aware that Atletico Madrid is also interested in the Colombian defender. ............ . Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/juventus-eyeing-antonio-silva-jorge-mendes-a-key-ally-in-transfer-strategy/

Motta wants Ferguson at Juventus as Zirkzee seeks Man Utd exit Juventus coach Thiago Motta ‘dreams’ of reuniting with Bologna’s Lewis Ferguson at Juventus, while a former Rossoblu star, Joshua Zirkzee, wants to leave Manchester United in January. Juventus are expected to be pretty busy during the January transfer window as the Bianconeri must sign a few reinforcements. ............ Juventus are waiting for offers for Douglas Luiz and Nicolò Fagioli, and the sale of one of them would allow Giuntoli to sign a new midfielder. Motta’s dream is to reunite with Scotland international Ferguson, who scored 13 goals in 65 appearances under the Bianconeri’s boss in Bologna. ............ Zirkzee’s name is naturally high on their agenda, and the Dutch forward is already seeking an exit from Old Trafford. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/motta-ferguson-juventus-zirkzee-man-utd-exit/

Capello says Juventus will make the Champions League playoffs Fabio Capello is confident that Juventus will qualify for the Champions League playoffs, despite their fluctuating form in the group stage. After an impressive start to the competition, Juventus has now gone three games without a win, making it more difficult for them to finish in the top eight. However, Capello believes that the Bianconeri can still secure a spot in the playoff round, which would give them a chance to progress to the round of 16. ............ While Capello is hopeful about Juventus’ prospects, he also pointed out areas for improvement. He highlighted that certain players need to step up their performances if the team is to succeed. Capello stated, “Juventus on the other hand does not have a good calendar, but I see them in the play-offs. In the Champions League, however, they will have to do more in the goal area. Conceição and Yildiz are good at dribbling, but I would try to put a few more balls in the area to increase the danger.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/capello-says-juventus-will-make-the-champions-league-playoffs/