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“They played badly” – Juventus legend unimpressed by the club’s display against Milan Legendary Juventus midfielder Marco Tardelli was hardly pleased with the club’s performance against Milan on Saturday night. The Bianconeri entered San Siro without a proper striker, as Dusan Vlahovic and Arkadiusz Milik both succumbed to injuries. Therefore, Thiago Motta decided to rely on Weston McKennie, a central midfielder by trade, as a centre-forward, supported by Teun Koopmeiners. ............ Even though Motta defended his team’s display in his post-match comments, the vast majority of the fans weren’t impressed, and Tardelli came out to echo their sentiments. The 1982 World Cup hero admits playing without a genuine striker complicated matters for the Bianconeri, but it still isn’t enough to justify the hollow display. “Juventus were missing Vlahovic and it was obvious. Milik wasn’t there either, so there’s a difficult situation upfront at the moment,” noted the 70-year-old in his appearance on Domenica Sportiva. “Having said that, Juventus played badly,” insisted the club legend. ............ “Milan played badly as well, so there was nothing to report in particular. We expected much more on the pitch. “Juventus may have settled for a draw due to their current situation, but the Rossoneri instead threw away another opportunity.” ............ “Why Juve started the season with only one striker? They had two. But they probably didn’t find the one the coach was seeking.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/they-played-badly-juventus-legend-unimpressed-by-the-clubs-display-against-milan/

Juventus icon named as surprising candidate for FIGC presidency A report in the Italian media claimed Juventus legend Alessandro Del Piero could emerge as a potential candidate for the FIGC presidency. Over the last few months, a major dialogue has been ongoing regarding the future of Italian football. Many believe that it’s time for current FIGC president Gabriele Gravina to make way for fresh faces who can kickstart a genuine reform, beginning with the top of the echelon. ............ Del Piero’s candidacy has now surfaced on the scene, as several voters are seeking a clean-cut profile who is endeared by the public as well as the sporting community. He is also described as a true gentleman by friends and peers. Therefore, the universally beloved Juventus icon has been suggested as the right man for the job, despite his lack of experience at the executive level. Del Piero, who recently turned 50, spent the bulk of his playing career at Juventus. He remained loyal to the cause when the club was relegated to Serie B amidst the Calciopoli scandal. ............ The legendary captain had also publicly offered his services to Juventus when former club president Andrea Agnelli resigned along with the rest of the board in November 2022, but never earned a call to join the newly established hierarchy. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-icon-named-as-surprising-candidate-for-figc-presidency/

Journalist insists Juventus could sell Fagioli – Chelsea youngster suggested as replacement Italian journalist Paolo Paganini claims Juventus could part ways with Nicolo Fagioli in January, and that his replacement might arrive from the Premier League. Over the past few days, there have been conflicting reports over the future of the Italy international who has been relegated to the bench in recent weeks, with Thiago Motta favoring Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram in the double pivot. ............ For his part, Paganini insists a mid-season exit could be on the cards, as PSG’s interest in the 23-year-old is real. He believes that Juventus must raise funds in order to sign a new defender in January. “There are some important exits at Juventus, one above all Fagioli, who should also be sold for budgetary reasons, probably to Paris Saint-Germain,” claimed the journalist. ............ Nevertheless, Paganini believes the Bianconeri would search the market for a new midfielder if they end up splitting paths with Fagioli. Hence, the transfer market expert suggests two potential replacements. The first is Chelsea youngster Cesare Casadei who isn’t finding any space with Enso Maresca this season despite their previous collaboration at Leicester City. The 21-year-old spent time at Inter’s youth academy before being snapped up by the Blues. The second is Morten Frendrup, a 23-year-old Danish midfielder who was a true revelation at Genoa last season. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/journalist-insists-juventus-could-sell-fagioli-chelsea-youngster-suggested-as-replacement/

Compagnoni says Juventus has a tactical dilemma with Koopmeiners Teun Koopmeiners’ move from Atalanta to Juventus was expected to be a major boost for the Bianconeri, especially after his stunning performance against them at the Allianz Stadium last season. That display caught the eye of Juventus’ sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli, who made sure to bring the Dutch midfielder to the club. Koopmeiners had impressed at Atalanta, contributing significantly to their successful Europa League campaign the previous term. However, his transition to Juventus has not gone as smoothly as many had hoped. Since arriving, Koopmeiners has struggled to adapt to Juventus’ system and has yet to make a significant impact on the field. ............ Maurizio Compagnoni expressed concerns over Juventus’ tactical use of Koopmeiners, stating that the club is unsure how to best deploy him. He explained: “At Juve there’s a tactical problem of placement: Koopmeiners. Koopmeiners is a formidable player, but at Juve, at this Juve he struggles to find a place. They imagined him as a very offensive player, but he’s not. Just because someone scores a lot of goals doesn’t necessarily mean he’s an offensive player.” ............ With the club struggling in some areas, his ability to settle into a defined role is crucial to their success, especially as they aim for a top-four finish. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-says-juventus-has-a-tactical-dilemma-with-koopmeiners/

Thuram names the midfielders who help him at Juve Khephren Thuram delivered a standout performance in Juventus’ goalless draw against AC Milan, earning widespread praise as the Bianconeri’s best midfielder on the night. Since his summer arrival at the Allianz Stadium, the Frenchman has steadily adapted to the demands of the club, showing glimpses of his immense potential. Thuram’s performance against Milan demonstrated not only his technical ability but also his growing maturity and tactical awareness. ............ One of the key factors in Thuram’s development has been the trust placed in him by Juventus manager Thiago Motta. The young midfielder has steadily grown in confidence and is beginning to emerge as a pivotal player for the team. After the match, Thuram reflected on his evolving role at the club: “We are many good players, there is Manu who helps me a lot and Fagio who always plays well.” This humility and acknowledgement of his teammates underline his team-oriented mindset, which complements his individual talent. Thuram also commented on the result of the match, stating: “Difficult match against a great team. The draw is not a good result, but that’s okay.” ............ The 22-year-old is beginning to step out of the shadow of his brother, Marcus Thuram, who has been making waves at Inter Milan. While comparisons are inevitable, Khephren’s performance against Milan shows that he is carving out his own identity as a dynamic and dependable midfielder. If Thuram continues on this trajectory, he could soon become a key leader in Juventus’ midfield ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/thuram-names-the-midfielders-who-help-him-at-juve/

Fofana reveals Milan fear of Juventus solidity Youssouf Fofana confessed Milan were afraid of the Juventus defensive solidity at San Siro, noting that ‘if they scored a goal, the game was over.’ The Rossoneri were on home turf and against a side decimated by injury problems, yet they had fewer shots on goal and less possession in this dire 0-0 draw. ............ “It was like a chess match. There weren’t many scoring opportunities and it remained a battle in the middle of the park. It was the kind of match I didn’t want to play,” said Fofana in his press conference. ............ “Every time Juve lost the ball, they all ran back behind the ball to close the spaces. If they scored a goal, the game was over. We tried and managed to keep a balance. OK, we are Milan and playing on home turf, but we also must remember who we are up against.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/fofana-reveals-milan-fear-of-juventus-solidity/

Juventus Player Ratings vs Milan: Gatti & Co Hold Firm in Forgettable Contest ............ Juventus (4-2-3-1) Michele Di Gregorio – 6 ............ Nicolò Savona – 6.5 The Juventus youngster was non-existent in the attacking third, but his main task was to limit Rafael Leao’s threat, so he can be pleased with his solid display. Pierre Kalulu – 6.5 Aside from giving away a freekick in a dangerous position for a needless foul on Alvaro Morata, the Frenchman showcased his worth against his parent club. Federico Gatti – 7 The Italy international received a dubious yellow card in the first half, but he didn’t seem to hamper his display, as he proved to be a rock at the back. Andrea Cambiaso – 6 ............ Manuel Locatelli – 6 ............ Khephren Thuram – 6.5 The Frenchman tried his best to raise the tempo for Juventus and push forward, but was impeded by the elements surrounding him. Francisco Conceicao – 5.5 Aside from a few flicks and tricks, the Portuguese couldn’t quite leave his mark on the encounter. Found life difficult against Theo Hernandez. Weston McKennie – 5.5 ............ Kenan Yildiz – 6.5 The Turkish teenager seemed to be the one Juventus player who could pull a rabbit out of the hat, but his positive display on the left wing wasn’t enough to prevent what seemed to be an inevitable stalemate. Teun Koopmeiners – 4.5 A poor performance from the Dutchman who gave away possession with a poor first touch on several occasions. His unconventional position certainly didn’t help his case, but Juventus fans have been expecting much more from their top summer signing. Substitutes Timothy Weah – N/A Nicolò Fagioli – N/A Danilo – N/A Samuel Mbangula – N/A . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-milan-gatti-co-hold-firm-in-forgettable-contest/

Pierre Kalulu insists it is good not to lose at AC Milan Pierre Kalulu reflected positively on the 0-0 draw between Juventus and AC Milan, suggesting that while it wasn’t the ideal result, it was still valuable given the quality of the opposition. The stalemate ensures Juventus remain unbeaten in Serie A, while Milan’s title hopes continue to face challenges as they drop more points. ............ Kalulu, currently on loan, acknowledged the significance of the result. He remarked: “Important point, against a quality opponent. We could have done more to win, but it was away, and when we don’t lose it’s good to advance.” He further noted the unique atmosphere of playing in a stadium with such history and prestige, adding: “It’s not a game like the others, there’s always an extra emotion. I have to be a professional, but in this stadium it’s something different.” ............ As Serie A continues, the pressure mounts for both clubs. Juventus will take confidence from their unbeaten run, but they understand that victories, not draws, are essential to close the gap at the top of the standings. Milan, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly if they are to remain serious title contenders. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pierre-kalulu-insists-it-is-good-not-to-lose-at-ac-milan/

Thiago Motta: ‘Valuable point for Juventus against Milan’ Thiago Motta admits Juventus were not at their best in the 0-0 draw away to Milan, but all things considered it is ‘a valuable point’ and performance. The Bianconeri came into San Siro forced to completely revamp amid an injury crisis, including Dusan Vlahovic, Arkadiusz Milik and Nico Gonzalez, leaving them with no available strikers. They used Teun Koopmeiners as an unorthodox False 9 supported by Weston McKennie in the trequartista role, so can consider this 0-0 at San Siro to be a positive result in the circumstances. “I am satisfied with the work we did defensively against a team that was allowed very little, practically nothing,” Thiago Motta told DAZN. ............ “I think overall a point is valuable, can give a sense of consistency, and I am glad to see a team that behaves like a big club. I am proud of my players after a good performance in our circumstances.” ............ This means Juventus remain unbeaten in Serie A this season and register another clean sheet, but they have now drawn seven of their 13 games and are three points worse off than last season. “It is inevitable people will make comparisons to last season, but also impossible because so much has changed,” continued Thiago Motta. “We should be pleased with what we have done so far, but we’re not even halfway through the campaign. Now we need to keep going and improve many elements, knowing we’ve been on the right path for a while.” Thiago Motta becomes only the fifth Juventus coach in history to avoid losing any of his first 13 Serie A matches in charge. ............ “Khephren has been improving for a while. I don’t like to talk about individuals, but the performance we saw today showed such improvement, mentality and strength, both on and off the ball. He is a player who can become very important and he is growing with such pace. “I can say that because I know his values and mentality, so I am sure he will have a fantastic career path. Since the first day, he has always been eager to give more and we are the ones who must tell him to calm down, get some rest. This is the kind of player a coach always wants in his squad.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/thiago-motta-valuable-point-for-juventus-milan/

Juventus player ratings v AC Milan – Satisfactory display by everyone Michele Di Gregorio – 7.0 ............ Nicolò Savona – 7.0 Performed well defensively as the right-back but could have contributed more going forward. Federico Gatti – 7.5 Solid at the back, playing a key role in Juventus keeping a clean sheet. Pierre Kalulu – 7.5 Impressed with another fine performance against his parent club, effectively limiting Milan’s attacking influence. Andrea Cambiaso – 7.0 ............ Khéphren Thuram – 7.5 Dominated in midfield, excelling in pressing, defending, and ball-carrying throughout the game. Manuel Locatelli – 7.5 The captain led by example with a strong defensive showing in front of the backline. Francisco Conceição – 7.0 ............ Teun Koopmeiners – 6.5 Struggled to create chances and missed the presence of Dusan Vlahović to link up with in attack. Kenan Yildiz – 7.5 The brightest attacking spark for Juventus, consistently looking the most likely to score. Weston McKennie – 6.0 Deployed as a false nine in place of Timothy Weah but failed to make an impact. Substitutes Timothy Weah – 6.0 ............ Nicolò Fagioli – 6.0 ............ Samuel Mbangula – N/A ............ Danilo – N/A ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-player-ratings-v-ac-milan-satisfactory-display-by-everyone/

Juventus 0 - AC Milan 0: Initial reaction and random observations It was the kind of night that suggested maybe playing with a natural No. 9 on the field is better than not. After the opening 45 minutes of Juventus’ second trip to the San Siro in less than a month Saturday night, the only thought running through my head was basically this: “It sure would be nice if this team had an actual No. 9 available right now.” Of course, I knew that wasn’t possible considering both of the actual No. 9s that Juve have on their roster were back in Turin watching on TV rather than being in Milan. ............ Those fireworks that we saw in Juve’s first trip to San Siro this season were far from replicated Saturday night. As much as the Derby d’Italia was total chaos from both sides for the majority of the 90 minutes last month, the same won’t come close to being said in Juventus’ scoreless draw against Milan. There were eight goals combined between the two sides in that thrilling draw with Inter, but in this draw the number of shots on goal didn’t even reach half that number. It was, essentially, two teams looking completely off their game and combining for a high-profile matchup that didn’t come close to meeting the quality of yesteryear. We knew Juventus were up against it considering the lack of any natural No. 9 — and they very much played like it. ............ The scoring chances were few and far between. There were many more instances of misplaced passes and bad turnovers than there were of beautiful interplay and combinations that led to scoring opportunities. It was, really, a night to forget for a lot of Juve’s players. But, at the same time, considering what they were up against and the circumstances they entered Saturday night’s game under, is it hard to be totally upset with how things played out? On the micro level, a draw at the San Siro when you’ve got no No. 9 available and you’re asking the guy who usually plays in the No. 10 role to suddenly do something he hasn’t done all season, it’s a tough deal and a draw certainly isn’t the worst result. ............ RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS Juventus players out due to injury against Milan: 7. Juventus players on the bench against Milan: 7. Of the five outfield players on the bench for Juventus against Milan, Thiago Motta ended up using four of them. Poor Jonas Rouhi, he was left on the bench and couldn’t join his friends. In short, this was not a very well-played game by either side. Just so many mistakes. So, so many. ............ I feel like it’s pretty safe to say one of the few good things to come out of this night was the continued improvements of Khephren Thuram. Amidst all of the sloppiness around the field, Thuram really showed that he’s starting to settle in as he’s seen his playing time become much more consistent. He was an absolute monster on the defensive side of things, and the 1,000 tackles he made are proof of that. (OK, it’s actually six, but it felt like so much more than that.) This is the player that Cristiano Giuntoli was so eager to sign this past summer. ............ It didn’t take long to see just how uncomfortable Koopmeiners was in his makeshift role Saturday night. Sometimes he was drifting too wide. Other times he was drifting too deep. Some of the time, he was both too wide and too deep. Unsurprisingly, it was a guy who hadn’t really played this role being thrust into it and not totally being sure of things. It was just a night in which pretty much all of the good things that Koopmeiners does well just were thrown off their axis. ............ In conclusion, I would like Vlahovic’s hamstring to get better so that he can play against Aston Villa on Wednesday night. It sure would be nice to have an actual striker in there again. But that’s just one guy’s opinion on things. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2024/11/23/24304084/juventus-ac-milan-2024-serie-a-matchday-13-final-score-result-initial-reaction-random-observations

Juventus maintains unbeaten run with goalless draw at AC Milan Juventus and AC Milan played out a goalless draw in what proved to be a tight and tactical encounter this evening. The match showcased moments of promise from both sides but ultimately lacked the clinical finishing required to separate them. ............ Kenan Yildiz, one of Juve’s brightest young talents, also came close to opening the scoring but was unable to convert his chance. Juve’s counter-attacks looked menacing, and they often seemed the more dangerous side during the first half-hour. Milan, meanwhile, created some promising moments of their own, with Emerson Royal missing a key opportunity right before halftime. ............ As the game progressed into its final stages, Thiago Motta introduced fresh legs in the form of Samuel Mbangula, Timothy Weah, and Nicolò Fagioli in an attempt to tilt the balance. Yet, the defences of both teams remained resolute, leaving the match to end without a goal. While Juventus may rue their inability to capitalise on their chances, the draw keeps them unbeaten in Serie A. Milan, on the other hand, will view this as a missed opportunity to solidify their position among the league’s elite. Both teams will need to sharpen their attacking edges as they look to maintain momentum in their campaigns. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-maintains-unbeaten-run-with-goalless-draw-at-ac-milan/

Emerson Royal in grande difficoltá su Yildiz

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Thiago Motta ahead of Milan clash: “We all run, we all attack and defend together” On the eve of the highly anticipated Milan-Juventus clash, Juventus head coach Thiago Motta held a press conference to discuss the upcoming match and address several key issues surrounding his team. ............ Regarding the striker situation, Motta emphasized the diverse characteristics of his players, saying, “All my players have different characteristics, beyond the central attackers or midfielders. It gives alternatives and different solutions; it will be the same tomorrow.” However, he confirmed that Dusan Vlahovic would not be part of the group due to injury, along with several other players. Addressing Vlahovic’s recent comments about team dynamics, Motta remarked, “We have talked, and we are in agreement. And that’s the important thing. We all run, we all attack together, and we all defend together. We’re going in the same direction. I have confidence in all my players, including Dusan.” ............ Regarding the challenge posed by Milan, he acknowledged their strength in transition: “Milan is very strong in transition; they are confident. We have players with both technical and physical characteristics to put many teams in difficulty. Their transitions are something we need to pay close attention to.” ............ Motta also took a moment to address rumors linking him to Milan: “I was never close to Milan.” As Juventus prepares for this crucial match against their rivals, Motta’s comments reflect a focus on team unity, tactical flexibility, and the importance of every player’s contribution in their pursuit of success in Serie A. He concluded with determination: “Tomorrow we enter the field to play our game.” . Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/juves-thiago-motta-ahead-of-milan-clash-we-all-run-we-all-attack-and-defend-together/

Serie A Preview: Milan vs Juventus – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction One of the most fascinating match-ups in European football takes place at San Siro this Saturday as eternal rivals Milan and Juventus renew hostilities in a Serie A blockbuster. The stakes are at an all-time high for home manager Paulo Fonseca following an underwhelming start to his second coaching job in Italy. ............ In contrast to Fonseca’s early struggles at San Siro, Thiago Motta hasn’t lost a single league game since replacing Massimiliano Allegri in Juventus’ dugout. Goals from Tim Weah and Kenan Yildiz inspired the Bianconeri to a routine 2-0 home triumph against crosstown rivals Torino in the previous round. As a result of their second consecutive Serie A win, Juventus entered the international break only two points adrift of table-topping Napoli. Furthermore, they could make it three league victories in a row for the first time this season, perhaps at the expense of Fonseca’s managerial post in Lombardy. Match Preview Milan ............ Juventus Despite commencing this round as the only side in Serie A yet to lose a league fixture, a high volume of draws has plagued Juventus’ quest to regain the Scudetto after four years. Motta’s men have drawn a league joint-high six matches, with only Bologna and Empoli sharing the spoils as often as the Bianconeri. That inability to convert stalemates into victories has seen Juventus alternate between winning and drawing across their five league travels this term (W3, D2). However, defensive solidity has been a constant. Except for a memorable 4-4 draw at this stadium against Inter, they’ve kept a clean sheet in all four remaining away Serie A games. Juve’s standout defensive resilience on the road forms part of the club’s outstanding record of nine shutouts in the opening 12 rounds. That’s their best defensive start to a new top-flight campaign since a title-winning 2014/15 season under Max Allegri. In addition to their formidable defensive record, Juventus have been firing on all cylinders in hostile environments, netting 3+ goals in four of their seven competitive away matches this season. Team News ............ On the other hand, Juventus suffered a significant injury setback earlier this week as Dusan Vlahovic returned from his duty with Serbia with a knock. Therefore, he’ll join Arkadiusz Milik, Nicolas Gonzalez, Douglas Luiz, Juan Cabal, Gleison Bremer, and Vasilije Adzic on the sidelines. Milan vs Juventus Potential Starting Line-ups Milan (4-2-3-1): Mike Maignan; Emerson Royal, Malick Thiaw, Strahinja Pavlovic, Theo Hernandez; Youssouf Fofana, Tijjani Reijnders; Samuel Chukwueze, Christian Pulisic, Rafael Leao; Alvaro Morata. Juventus (4-2-3-1): Michele Di Gregorio; Nicolo Savona, Federico Gatti, Pierre Kalulu, Andrea Cambiaso; Manuel Locatelli, Khephren Thuram; Tim Weah, Teun Koopmeiners, Kenan Yildiz; Francisco Conceicao. Milan vs Juventus Prediction A notorious lack of consistency has been Milan’s Achilles heel during Fonseca’s regime. Yet, barring the abovementioned fiasco against Napoli, they’ve fared astonishingly in high-profile matches. As for Juventus, they’ve been a tough nut to crack, especially outside the Allianz Stadium. On that basis, we believe the arch-rivals could share the spoils, as they did in a scoreless draw in Turin in April. Prediction: Draw . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/serie-a-preview-milan-vs-juventus-team-news-line-ups-prediction/

GUIDO ROMEI LONGHENA https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juventus_Football_Club_1982-1983 Nazione: Italia Luogo di nascita: Varallo Sesia (Vercelli) Data di nascita: 12.07.1965 Ruolo: Difensore Altezza: - Peso: - Soprannome: - Alla Juventus dal 1982 al 1984 Esordio: 08.12.1982 - Amichevole - Borgosesia-Juventus 2-3 Ultima partita: 04.04.1984 - Amichevole - Juventus-Toronto Blizzard 0-0 0 presenze - 0 reti

GIANLUCA ROMANO https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juventus_Football_Club_2001-2002 Nazione: Italia Luogo di nascita: Cariati (Cosenza) Data di nascita: 27.02.1984 Ruolo: Difensore Altezza: 177 cm Peso: 74 kg Soprannome: - Alla Juventus dal 2001 al 2002 Esordio: 22.05.2002 - Amichevole - Juventus-Cossatese 3-2 0 presenze - 0 reti

Juventus star targets return from injury against Aston Villa Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic will skip this weekend’s big showdown against Milan, but is determined to make himself available for the clash against Aston Villa. The 24-year-old has been omnipresent in Thiago Motta’s starting lineup since the start of the season. Due to the lack of alternatives, the Serbian started in all 16 competitive fixtures this term (12 in Serie A and four in the Champions League), as Arkadiusz Milik has been out of action since sustaining a knee problem in June. ............ But Vlahovic won’t be out for too long. After sitting out against Milan, he will be gunning for a swift return against Aston Villa. The Villains will host the Old Lady at the Villa Park on Wednesday in the fifth matchday of the Champions League group stage. Juventus had started their European campaign on a positive note, winning their first two contests against PSV Eindhoven and RB Leipzig, but only managed to collect a single from their encounters against Stuttgart and Lille. Therefore, the Serie A giants will be hellbent on returning to winning ways, especially with a major tilt against Manchester City awaiting them on the following matchday. They currently sit 11th in the group-stage table, with 7 points from four matches. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-star-targets-return-from-injury-against-aston-villa/

Man United wantaway would like to join Juventus in January Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly offered his services to Juventus who could give him an escape rope from his struggles in England. The 23-year-old had experiences at Bayern Munich and Parma in the past, but he only managed to hit his stride during his two-year spell at Bologna under the guidance of Thiago Motta. The Dutchman transformed himself into an unconventional striker who drops deep, helps in the buildup, but still able to inflict damage inside the box. ............ Zirkzee’s time at Old Trafford has been miserable, to say the least. The Netherlands international has only managed to find the net once across all competitions, while his displays and physical shape have been under great scrutiny from the English press and club supporters alike. So Zirkzee would be more than happy to return to Italy in January, especially through the gates of Juventus who would allow him to work with Motta once again. Nevertheless, it remains to be been under which conditions would the cash-strapped Bianconeri be able to pull off this operation. Juventus would certainly be gunning for an initial loan deal if they wish to bring the Netherlands international to Turin in the middle of the season. On the other hand, it remains to be seen if Man United would be open to letting Zirkzee leave just six months following his arrival. This call could largely depend on their new manager Ruben Amorim who has only recently took over from Erik ten Hag. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/report-man-united-wantaway-would-like-to-join-juventus-in-january/

Preview: AC Milan vs. Juventus - prediction, team news, lineups Two Serie A giants will convene on Saturday evening, as AC Milan welcome Juventus to San Siro. Milan slipped six points behind Juve after a six-goal thriller with Cagliari just before the break, while the Bianconeri's latest Turin derby win kept them in a six-way scrap for top spot. Match preview ............ Just before the break, Juventus continued their long dominance of city rivals Torino, extending a record run in the Derby della Mole to 19 games without defeat. Goals from Timothy Weah and Kenan Yildiz decided the Turin derby in the Bianconeri's favour, keeping them within two points of top spot after a dozen matches. For all their flaws and injury issues, Juve have made an unbeaten start to the Serie A season, both drawing and winning six games, and they are in the thick of a potentially fascinating title race - six teams are currently separated by two points. Thiago Motta's men - who sit just above Milan in the Champions League table - have kept four clean sheets in the first five away fixtures of their top-flight campaign, though they conceded four goals in a wild Derby d'Italia against Inter. Returning to San Siro this week, Juventus will aim to avoid such an uncharacteristic loss of control, as victory would not only boost their own Scudetto hopes but also strike a huge blow to Milan's. ............ Team News ............ Juve will be missing their focal point up front, as top scorer Dusan Vlahovic has been hit by a thigh injury; back-up striker Arkadiusz Milik will not return until next year. Therefore, either Timothy Weah - son of Milan legend George Weah - or Kenan Yildiz could fill in as a false nine, with support from Francisco Conceicao and Teun Koopmeiners. Should Yildiz score on Saturday, he would reach six Serie A goals for Juventus at the tender age of 19 years and 203 days, surpassing Alessandro Del Piero and becoming the seventh-youngest player to do so. Having been brought back into the Italy squad following improved performances this season, Manuel Locatelli - one of 10 men to have scored for both teams in this fixture - should start in midfield, where Douglas Luiz may be absent again. The latter could be forced to join Vlahovic, Milik, Juan Cabal, Nico Gonzalez and his fellow Brazilian Bremer on the sidelines. AC Milan possible starting lineup: Maignan; Emerson, Thiaw, Tomori, Hernandez; Fofana, Reijnders; Chukwueze, Pulisic, Leao; Morata Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Weah We say: AC Milan 1-1 Juventus Milan may come up short in their quest to halt Juve's unbeaten run, as their vulnerable back four cannot be relied upon to stay watertight for 90 minutes. Although the Bianconeri are short of some key players, they have proven to be resilient since Thiago Motta took charge, while Paulo Fonseca's potential-packed side are prone to costly errors. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/ac-milan/preview/preview-ac-milan-vs-juventus-prediction-team-news-lineups_558594.html

The six-man shortlist to replace Bremer at Juventus, including Arsenal & Spurs defenders In their quest to sign a new defender to replace the injured Gleison Bremer, Juventus have been exploring a variety of options on the market. ............ The newest addition to the list is Benfica youngster Antonio Silva. The Bianconeri have already met him on the pitch two years again in their double encounters against the Eagles in the Champions League group stage. Nevertheless, signing the Portugal international won’t be an easy task at all. ............ Juventus continue to follow Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior whose versatility would come in handy, especially with Juan Cabal also suffering an ACL injury, leaving Thiago Motta with limited options at left-back. ............ The source also mentions another player who isn’t considered a first option in North London. Radu Dragusin first broke onto the scene as a Juventus youngster, but left for Genoa in search of playing time, before earning a move to Tottenham last January. ............ Ardian Ismajli, a 28-year-old Albanian centre-back who is enjoying a solid campaign at Empoli. Bremer’s replacement might also turn out to be a Brazilian compatriot in the shape of Ortiz, a 28-year-old Flamengo defender who holds an Italian passport. Finally, the source mentions Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi, a Colombian centre-back who rose to prominence during Thiago Motta’s reign at the Renato Dall’Ara. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/the-six-man-shortlist-to-replace-bremer-at-juventus-including-arsenal-spurs-defenders/