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LOSC warning Zhegrova is not closer to Juventus move Lille President Olivier Letang confirmed talks with Juventus for Edon Zhegrova, but insisted ‘the door was a little more open then than it is today.’ ............ In a press conference today, LOSC President Letang laid out the situation from his point of view. “He trained with us, he’s here and at the disposal of the coach,” said Letang. “This is because there’s a good chance he will be with us this season. I know (Juventus director) Damien Comolli very well, we’ve spoken several times since he took over at Juventus. “It’s true we had some discussions a few weeks ago. The door was perhaps a little more open then than it is today. My position is that Edon is staying with us this season. “Besides, at this moment, we have not received an offer. The Italian media tend to get carried away. There is no agreement at all and no discussion of Edon departing for Italy.” ............ The Italian media has reported that Zhegrova agreed personal terms with Juventus and would give them the preference for the next step in his career. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/losc-warning-zhegrova-not-closer-to-juventus/

Juventus optimistic about getting discount on Zhegrova Juventus are keen to sign Lille winger Edon Zhegrova, but they’re hoping to receive more favourable terms. The Bianconeri have already signed several players from the Ligue 1 side in recent years. They acquired the services of Timothy Weah in the summer of 2023, before snapping up Tiago Djalo six months later. The most recent case is Jonathan David who signed for the Serie A giants as a free agent after seeing out his contract with the French club. ............ The 26-year-old is a tricky left-footed winger who mainly plays on the right side before cutting to the middle. He is renowned for his fabulous technique and eye for goal. Nevertheless, Lille are determined to cash in on the player this summer, as his contract will expire next June. The club doesn’t want to lose another key star for free. ............ At the moment, Lille are seeking an asking price in the region of €20-25 million. However, the Serie A giants feel this would be an excessive figure for a player whose contract will expire in less than a year. Hence, Damien Comolli and Francois Modesto are optimistic about receiving a discount. While they would be happy to close the deal at €15 million, the two parties could reach a compromise somewhere down the middle. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-discount-lille-edon-zhegrova/

Juventus must meet two conditions to sign Zhegrova Edon Zhegrova has already reached an agreement with Juventus, but the Bianconeri must lower Lille’s asking price and sell Nico Gonzalez. Juventus have targeted Lille star Zhegrova to strengthen their attack, but Italian sources claim the Serie A giants must meet two conditions to finalise the deal. ............ First of all, the Old Lady must sell Nico Gonzalez, who has attracted interest from Atletico Madrid. Juventus value the Argentine winger at €25/30m, but Atletico Madrid’s latest bid was worth €15m. The ex-Fiorentina star has already agreed to personal terms with the La Liga giants, but talks between the two clubs are ongoing. ............ Lille’s asking price is around €20/25m, but Juventus are working to bring it down, especially because the winger’s contract expires in June 2026 and he has already informed his club that he won’t extend it beyond this season. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-must-meet-2-conditions-zhegrova/

Juventus need to sell Nicolas Gonzalez to complete move for Zhegrova Juventus has reportedly been holding discussions with Lille regarding the potential signing of Edon Zhegrova, seeing him as an ideal addition to their squad. The Kosovan international has been on the Bianconeri’s radar for more than a year, with the club monitoring his performances throughout last season before a long-term injury impacted his campaign. The winger is among the players who could depart Lille in the current transfer window, and a move to Turin has been considered seriously. ............ Juventus must sell a player before progressing with negotiations for Zhegrova. Nicolas Gonzalez is identified as the key figure whose departure would enable the Bianconeri to make a formal approach for the Kosovan winger. Atletico Madrid is reportedly interested in signing Gonzalez, with discussions ongoing over the last few weeks. Juventus anticipate that offloading Gonzalez could provide the financial means and squad flexibility necessary to secure Zhegrova’s services. ............ Zhegrova is widely regarded as one of the finest wingers in France, and Juventus believe that his arrival could provide an upgrade on Gonzalez at the Allianz Stadium. The 27-year-old attacker offers pace, creativity, and versatility on the flanks, qualities that would enhance Juventus’ attacking options. If the transfer can be completed, he would be expected to compete for a starting position and strengthen the squad as the club aims to challenge on multiple fronts this season. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-need-to-sell-nicolas-gonzalez-to-complete-move-for-ligue-1-star/

Zhegrova has agreement with Juventus Kosovo international Edon Zhegrova has reached an agreement with Juventus, who have now entered talks with his club Lille. ............ The 26-year-old’s contract expires in June 2026 and the Serie A giants have reportedly reached an agreement over a €2.5m-a-year deal until 2030. ............ Zhegrova has already informed Lille that he won’t be signing a new deal beyond 2026, which will push the French side to discuss a permanent transfer this summer. ............ On paper, Lille’s asking price is €25m, but Zhegrova’s contract situation means the Bianconeri hope to sign the 26-year-old for €18/20m. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/zhegrova-agreement-with-juventus-report/

Juventus launch onslaught for Ligue 1 star who could replace Nico Gonzalez Juventus are working on offloading Nicolas Gonzalez while simultaneously trying to sign LOSC Lille winger Edon Zhegrova to replace him. The 26-year-old is a German-Kosovan player who has been playing his trade at the Ligue 1 side since 2022. The tricky winger struck a great attacking partnership with Jonathan David who recently joined the Bianconeri on a free transfer. ............ While the Canadian striker has already left Lille, Zhegrova should soon follow him to the exit door, especially after being excluded from the squad. The French side is keen to avoid another free exit, so they’re determined to cash in on the Kosovo international this summer, before his deal expires in June 2026. ............ Juventus are serious about signing Zhegrova who is available for €20-25 million. The Bianconeri will try to raise funds by selling Gonzalez to Atletico Madrid. Afterwards, they’ll be looking to bolster their flanks. ............ Juve has interest in LaLiga wingbacks Nahuel Molina and Arnau Martinez, but the management could be more enticed by Zhegrova, who represents a more attacking profile, one capable of offering Igor Tudor an alternative to Kenan Yildiz and Francisco Conceicao. Juventus General Manager Damien Comolli will be looking to put his French connections to good use, as he tries to drive the asking price down through negotiations with Lille president Olivier Letang. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-edon-zhegrova-replace-nico-gonzalez/

Juventus interested in Lille winger Edon Zhegrova As Juventus look to be relatively close to securing their first signing in weeks with the (re-)addition of Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain, it appears as though the Bianconeri could very well be trying to do a little more shopping in Ligue 1 before the summer mercato comes to a close in a couple of weeks. ............ According to Fabrizio Romano on Sunday, Juventus have made contacts regarding a potential move for Lille winger Edon Zhegrova, who has been of particular interest of Olympique Marseille over the last couple of weeks. ............ Juventus are expected to meet with Zhegrova’s agents at some point next week to see if a move for the 26-year-old Kosovo international is truly possible, but also with the caveat that they will almost certainly need to sell first — namely Nico González — to facilitate something in the final days of the summer transfer window. Zhegrova is currently in the final year of his contract at Lille and has previously stated that he doesn’t plan to renew his deal as he seeks a new club either this summer or next. He was not part of Lille’s squad for their season-opening 3-3 draw with Brest on Sunday. ............ Just how much Juventus might need to invest in a deal to secure Zhegrova is relatively unknown. While talks are “advanced” it’s hard to tell really just how close a deal between Lille and Marseille actually is. And with Juventus suddenly trying to meet with Zhegrova’s representatives next week, there’s obviously some kind of opening that Damien Comolli feels like he can try and get into by swooping in late and take advantage of Zhegrova still being on the market. ............ A teammate of new Juventus striker Jonathan David the past four seasons at Lille, Zhegrova is coming off a 2024-25 campaign in which he was unable to replicate the strong performances of the year prior. ............ . Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/juventus-transfer-rumours-news/31567/edon-zhegrova-juventus-lille-marseille-2025-serie-a-ligue-1-summer-transfer-rumors

Openda ‘didn’t sleep’ before Juventus transfer New Juventus signing Lois Openda admits he ‘didn’t sleep’ the night before joining Juventus: ‘I can’t wait to play my first game.’ The Belgian striker joined the Bianconeri on an initial loan deal with an option to buy on deadline day. ............ The Belgian star revealed what he felt when he learned Juventus were interested in signing him. “I was really happy. I knew there was a chance to be here. I didn’t sleep. I was ready to come here, and I’m really happy to be here,” Openda told Juventus’ official website in his first interview since joining the Old Lady. “I’m really happy to be here. Nice welcome from everyone, the club and the fans, even at the airport. The facilities are really nice; it’s all good for performing, recovering, and being ready for the games.” ............ “My biggest strengths are speed and power. I’m a fast player,” he replied. “I like to use the space, and I hope to bring this to the team, to bring some goals for the team. “I know a bit about Italian football. I watch this league a lot, and I’ve played against a couple of Serie A teams,” the striker concluded. “I know it’s not easy to play in Serie A because there are many good teams and strong defences, but I’m happy. I can’t wait to play my first game for the team.” Openda scored 41 goals in 93 appearances for RB Leipzig. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/openda-didn-t-sleep-before-juventus-transfer/

Official: Lois Openda signs for Juventus Juventus have completed the signing of Belgian forward Lois Openda from RB Leipzig, for a reported fee in the region of €40 million. ............ Later this evening, the side confirmed the deal on their official website, welcoming the Belgian: “His energy, enthusiasm and technical qualities will now be at the service of Juventus, in a new adventure that Openda is embarking on with determination and a desire to win.” ............ Obstacles in the club’s pursuit of Kolo Muani led the Bianconeri to give up on the Frenchman, instead pursuing a deal for Openda – which general manager Damien Comolli wrapped up quickly. Juventus will reportedly pay around €40 million for the 25-year-old, who completed his medical tests this afternoon ahead of the transfer deadline. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/official-lois-openda-signs-for-juventus/

Openda arrive to complete Juventus transfer Imminent Juventus signings Edon Zhegrova and Lois Openda are only hours away from finalising their respective transfers. ............ Openda is a Belgian striker who has been identified by the club as an alternative to Randal Kolo Muani after failing to find an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain, much to the French player’s dismay. The 25-year-old is thus finalising his transfer from RB Leipzig. He is expected to sign on loan with an obligation to buy worth €45-50 million. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/zhegrova-openda-arrive-to-complete-juventus-transfers-videos/

Juventus considering five Kolo Muani alternatives, including Man Utd & Chelsea strikers Juventus are forced to reconsider their options in the market after hitting a stumbling block in their negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain for Randal Kolo Muani. ............ As reported in recent hours, Juventus haven’t been able to finalise their agreement with PSG for Kolo Muani after months of gruelling talks. The Bianconeri must immediately turn their attention towards alternative profiles, as they only have one week left before the market closes. The first is RB Leipzig’s Loïs Openda, a versatile striker who might be the most similar to Kolo Muani in terms of characteristics. However, the Belgian won’t come cheap, as his price tag is circa €50 million. Moreover, the German club will be keen to maintain the 25-year-old after selling Benjamin Sesko to Manchester United. Speaking of the Red Devils, Rasmus Hojlund has become surplus to requirements, and a return to Serie A has been on the cards for months. ............ Juve’s Premier League options also include a couple of Chelsea outcasts. Nevertheless, Nicolas Jackson’s asking price could reach €80 million, making him unattainable, while Christopher Nkunku has been hampered by injuries in recent campaigns. Finally, Juventus might try their luck for Ademola Lookman who was expected to join Inter, only for the deal to collapse when Atalanta refused to lower their asking price. Hence, Comolli must be prepared to splash a figure north of €50 million, or avoid wasting his time on this particular front. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-considering-five-kolo-muani-alternatives-including-man-utd-chelsea-strikers/

Juventus targets RB Leipzig Openda as an alternative Kolo Muani Juventus are reported to be facing further challenges in their efforts to secure the signing of Randal Kolo Muani, and the club has now begun to consider alternative targets as the transfer window nears its conclusion. The French forward remains the priority, but contingency planning has become necessary with negotiations proving difficult. ............ Paris Saint-Germain, as Ligue 1 and Champions League holders, have been obliged to enter discussions with Juventus, and while there has been considerable dialogue between the clubs, an agreement has not yet been finalised. With only a few days remaining before the market closes, the lack of progress has left Juventus with little choice but to evaluate other options. ............ RB Leipzig’s Loïs Openda has been identified as a potential alternative should the pursuit of Kolo Muani ultimately fail. The report indicates that the Belgian striker is considered to have a strong profile that could complement the team effectively, offering qualities that would benefit the squad in several ways. Additionally, Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku has reportedly been proposed to the club as another possible solution. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-targets-rb-leipzig-man-as-an-alternative-kolo-muani/

Pedullá: Juventus pinpoint Chelsea outcast & Bundesliga star as Kolo Muani alternatives Juventus are no longer too confident about signing Randal Kolo Muani, so they have already identified two fallback options, including Nicolas Jackson. ............ The news circulating in the past 24 hours has been less reassuring, as PSG have seemingly raised their asking price, leaving the Serie A giants in a tough spot. According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedullá, Juventus don’t want to find themselves short-handed on the final days of the summer transfer window. Therefore, he reveals that the Old Lady has already lined up two alternatives to Kolo Muani. The transfer market expert believes that Juventus have enquired about Jackson, who is now surplus to requirements at Chelsea. ............ The 24-year-old has been put on the market, but the Club World Cup winners are seeking a substantial transfer fee, with some sources in the British media reporting an asking price tag of £80 million. ............ Pedulla also identifies Loïs Openda as another potential solution for the Bianconeri. The 25-year-old is a Belgian striker who rose through the ranks of Club Brugge. The centre-forward then had an experience at Lens before joining RB Leipzig in the summer of 2023 for €40 million. He has thus far made 91 appearances for the German club, scoring 41 goals and creating 18 assists. However, Openda wouldn’t come cheap either, as his value at €50 million, and also notes interest from Tottenham Hotspur. ............ . Read more ->

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The big change in strategy Comolli brought to Juventus this summer Damien Comolli assumed responsibility for overseeing Juventus’s key decisions two months ago and has already directed a significant shift in the club’s transfer strategy. Brought in following the troubled tenure of Cristiano Giuntoli, Comolli was identified as the figure capable of reshaping the club’s direction. ............ Historically, Juventus have built its dominance by targeting the best talent within Italy. This strategy often involved acquiring key players from rival Serie A clubs, reinforcing their own squad but also generating rivalries across the league. As the most successful side in Italian football history, Juventus’s appetite for domestic acquisitions became part of its identity. However, Comolli has introduced a markedly different philosophy. During the most recent transfer window, he did not approach any Italian club to sign their players. Instead, his focus was on recruiting talent from abroad, prioritising imports into Serie A rather than destabilising domestic rivals. ............ While the long-term success of this strategy will be judged by results on the pitch, it represents a decisive break from the past. Juventus are signalling that it can remain competitive by building a more internationally sourced squad rather than relying primarily on poaching from within Italy. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/the-big-change-in-strategy-comolli-brought-to-juventus-this-summer/

Zhegrova: ‘Juventus can win many titles with our quality’ Edon Zhegrova says it is ‘a dream’ for him to wear the Juventus jersey after the transfer from LOSC, believing they ‘can win titles with the quality that we have.’ ............ A formal statement confirms Juventus paid €14.3m to LOSC, payable over four instalments, plus €1.2m in add-ons. There are also a further maximum of €3m in performance-related bonuses. ............ “It’s like a dream for me, an amazing moment for me and my family. I feel honoured to wear this shirt, and I am going to wear it with a lot of pride. I’m going to give my best to this team,” Zhegrova told the official Juventus website. “My preferred position is right winger. My style of play is dribbling, scoring goals, giving assists, helping my team with my quality.” ............ Has the 26-year-old set himself any particular targets for this season? “Scoring a lot, winning many titles, and I think with this team, we can win titles with the quality that we have.” Zhegrova will probably be able to make his debut for Juventus in the Derby d’Italia against Inter, which is coming up straight after the break for international duty. “To the Bianconeri fans, I cannot wait to meet you all at the stadium. Let the show begin!” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/zhegrova-juventus-can-win-many-titles-quality/

Official: Lois Openda signs for Juventus Juventus have completed the signing of Belgian forward Lois Openda from RB Leipzig, for a reported fee in the region of €40 million. ............ Later this evening, the side confirmed the deal on their official website, welcoming the Belgian: “His energy, enthusiasm and technical qualities will now be at the service of Juventus, in a new adventure that Openda is embarking on with determination and a desire to win.” ............ Obstacles in the club’s pursuit of Kolo Muani led the Bianconeri to give up on the Frenchman, instead pursuing a deal for Openda – which general manager Damien Comolli wrapped up quickly. Juventus will reportedly pay around €40 million for the 25-year-old, who completed his medical tests this afternoon ahead of the transfer deadline. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/official-lois-openda-signs-for-juventus/

Official: Juventus sign Edon Zhegrova Juventus have completed the signing of Kosovar winger Edon Zhegrova from Lille, for a fee of around €15 million plus a further €3 million in bonuses. ............ 26-year-old winger Zhegrova joins the Old Lady after the club deposited his contract with the league, making the Kosovar international’s move to Turin official. On their official website, the Bianconeri welcomed the winger: “Zhegrova brings flair, speed and a technical repertoire that will enhance Juventus’ attacking potential. Capable of playing on both flanks, he will be a new weapon in coach Igor Tudor’s arsenal.” ............ According to various outlets, one of the major factors in getting a deal over the line was the player’s desire to join Juventus, as the Kosovar becomes the latest of a number of strong signings the club have gifted head coach Igor Tudor with this season. ............ Alongside today’s deadline day pursuit of Lois Openda, Juventus have signed Jonathan David and Joao Mario, alongside completing permanent deals for Francisco Conceiçao and Michele Di Gregorio. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/official-juventus-sign-edon-zhegrova/

Official: Juventus confirm Champions League squad and leave one player out Juventus have officially confirmed their Champions League squad list for the first half of the 2025-26 campaign, and to no real surprise, Arkadiusz Milik has not been included among Igor Tudor’s selections. ............ The Bianconeri have officially announced their selections, with no major surprises. All of the club’s summer signings have been selected, including deadline day arrivals Edon Zhegrova and Lois Openda. ............ Technically, participating teams will all submit two squads, titled List A and List B. Teams can name a maximum of 25 players in List A. Eight of those must be ‘locally trained’ ie. having come through an academy in Italy, and at least four of those eight must have come through the club’s own academy system, or in other words ‘club-trained’. ............ Clubs can name an unlimited number of players to List B. They must be born after January 1, 2004, and must have been eligible to play for their club for an interrupted period of two years from the age of 15 upwards. Curiously, Kenan Yildiz has been included in Juventus’s List B rather than List A. ............ List A 1. Mattia Perin, 3. Gleison Bremer, 4. Federico Gatti, 5. Manuel Locatelli, 6. Lloyd Kelly, 7. Francisco Conceicao, 8. Teun Koopmeiners, 9. Dusan Vlahovic, 11. Edon Zhegrova, 15. Pierre Kalulu, 16. Michele Di Gregorio, 17. Vasilije Adzic, 18. Filip Kostic, 19. Khephren Thuram, 20. Lois Openda, 21. Fabio Miretti, 22. Weston McKennie, 23. Carlo Pinsoglio, 24. Daniele Rugani, 25. Joao Mario, 27. Andrea Cambiaso, 30. Jonathan David, 32. Juan Cabal. List B 10. Kenan Yildiz, 40. Jonas Rouhi, 41. Javier Gil Pouche, 42. Filippo Scaglia, 43. Matteo Fuscaldo, 47. Bruno Martinez. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-confirm-2025-26-ucl-squad-list/

Beyond David: How Juventus could line up with summer signings Zhegrova and Openda Lois Openda and Edon Zhegrova joined Juventus on deadline day, so here’s how the Old Lady could line up with their latest purchases. Juventus were probably busier on the deadline day than in the entire summer transfer window, having completed two of their four new signings in the final 24 hours of negotiations. ............ Considering Jonathan David, who had already joined the Bianconeri on a free transfer from Lille earlier this summer, the three Juventus centre-forwards (David, Vlahovic and Openda) have combined 58 goals in the last year. But how will Tudor line up his Juventus side with all these options in attack? Technically, Openda is a centre-forward, which means he can play alongside or in place of David with an attacking midfielder – Yildiz – behind them. ............ Tudor, however, has been using a 3-4-2-1 system for the last few years, so either Openda or David may need to adapt to a slightly different position if the Croatian tactician doesn’t change his system. On the other hand, Zhegrova can fit into the Juventus formation by partnering Yildiz as an attacking midfielder, supporting David, Openda or Vlahovic. ............ Surely, Tudor knows how to use strikers well, given that Giovanni Simeone had the most prolific season in his career in 2021-22 when he played under the Croatian boss in Verona. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/beyond-david-juventus-line-up-zhegrova-openda/

Juventus given fresh injury concern as Conceicao suffers knock in Genoa Juventus are sweating over the condition of Francisco Conceicao, who left the pitch carrying a knock on Sunday evening. The 22-year-old was in the starting lineup against Genoa, forming the attacking trident alongside Kenan Yildiz and Jonathan David. ............ As for Conceicao, he was forced to leave the pitch in the 83rd minute after hurting his right leg as a result of a tackle. The Portuguese tried to grit his teeth and overcome the pain, but eventually succumbed to the injury. ............ Igor Tudor thus brought on Nicolas Gonzalez as a replacement, in what could go down as the latter’s last ever appearance for Juventus. The Argentinian is currently finalising his transfer to Atletico Madrid. He joins the Spanish capital side on loan with the obligation to buy for €33 million. ............ But the good news for the Old Lady is that Edon Zhegrova is only hours away from sealing a deadline-day switch to Juventus. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-given-fresh-injury-concern-as-conceicao-suffers-knock-in-genoa/

Juventus 1 - Genoa 0: Initial reaction and random observations Juventus claimed their second win in as many games to begin the 2025-26 season with a 1-0 victory over Genoa at the Marassi, as Igor Tudor has now replicated the same kind of results as Thiago Motta did to begin his Juve managerial career. But because of who scored the lone goal of the night and how Juve were oh-so-close to seeing that slim lead of theirs go up in smoke with essentially the last kick — or, in this case, head — of the ball before the final whistle. For the second game in a row, Dusan Vlahovic was on the scoresheet. Last week, it was a goal that put away Parma once and for all. This week, though, it was even the more important, with his header off a Filip Kostic corner kick in the 73rd minute — SERIOUSLY, A PRODUCTIVE CORNER! — proving to be the game-winning goal that enabled Juve to claim six points out of a possible six to begin the season under Tudor. But it wouldn’t be a tight Juve win without a little bit of a scare, right? Well, we certainly got that, too, as the final corner of the game after a big Michele Di Gregorio save resulted in Patrizio Masini getting a great look on goal, only to see his header hit off the top of the crossbar and keep Juventus in front. Di Gregorio was able to punch the ball away after it hit the woodwork to hopefully ease a little bit of the blood pressure spike that surely all of us were suddenly dealing with. ............ On a night when Juventus weren’t at their best by any stretch of the imagination, Vlahovic proved vital. Seriously, he did. If coming off the bench is going to be his role more often than not this season, then he’s showing the early returns of it have been quite fruitful. How much of it is the circumstances of where he finds himself at the club is feeding into it, who really knows, but Vlahovic — with some of his flaws still incredibly present — has come out firing to begin this new season. ............ Genoa made things incredibly tough on Tudor’s squad. Their pressing was relentless, with Juventus’ passing giving you the feeling at times of if they were going to be able to actually string much of anything together. As much as Genoa weren’t creating much of anything in the final third until the final couple of minutes, it was a lot like last weekend’s season opener where Juve weren’t exactly peppering the opposing goalkeeper for much of the night. Outside of a couple of chances late in the first half — including the most notable from the man Vlahovic came on for in the second half, Jonathan David — it’s not like former Juve prospect Nicola Leali was all that busy at all. ............ RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS Juventus and Genoa combined for 20 fouls in the first half. It felt like there was a whistle happening ever 30-60 seconds. Yet, we only get one minute of stoppage time? That’s hilarious. Personally, I would like David to have another crack of that sitter that he missed. ............ It proved to be a pretty forgettable day for David after his heroics in the season opener last weekend. He wasn’t on the ball much, getting only 20 touches, and just didn’t feel like he was in the same kind flow as he was against Parma. That’s fine. It’s early. With how truncated this preseason was, it was always going to be tough for him to dominate early. He’s got the talent to do well — he just needs some time. Who would have guessed that Leali would make a couple of great saves against Juventus? It’s almost like these things are predetermined no matter who the opponent ends up being. ............ If you want to know just how much that first save from Leali on Federico Gatti was bound for goal, just go back and see the reaction from Manuel Locatelli to the save itself. Locatelli thought that was a goal. A lot of us probably thought it was a goal. And yet, Leali saved it and it was still scoreless at the half because of it. ............ I understand why Tudor took a bit of a gamble with Joao Mario on the left wing since Andrea Cambiaso was suspended. But the end result was not great, and hopefully that isn’t something we see against Inter in the Derby d’Italia in a couple of weeks. More breaking news: Bremer good. Welcome back again, my man. You want to know how hard Genoa made Juventus work on Sunday? Look at just how exhausted Kenan Yildiz looked on the bench after he was subbed off. That young man just looked completed spent. ............ Khephren Thuram getting absolutely blasted in the forehead by a teammate’s close-range shot maybe should have been an early sign that this was going to be a tough day. Di Gregorio didn’t have much to do in goal all game, but he sure was crucial in the final couple of minutes o stoppage time. This is a man who just looks so much more comfortable in goal compared to this time last season. He’s really carried over his late-season form from the spring into this new campaign, and it’s quite nice to see. ............ Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/post-game-threads/31876/genoa-juventus-2025-serie-a-matchday-2-final-score-result-initial-reaction-random-observations

Juventus boss Tudor ‘happy’ with Vlahovic; taking the campaign step-by-step Juventus head coach Igor Tudor will be a happy man tonight after his Bianconeri side emerged with three points after a tricky and closely fought 1-0 win at Genoa. ............ Speaking to the microphones of the press after the game, Tudor said “I like this team. I told the guys that I have a really good feeling about a team that is switched on like this. Even before the match, those who came in had great energy. When you come here to Genoa you have to earn everything and concede nothing. Two clean sheets, that’s good.” ............ Dusan Vlahovic scored the winner for Tudor’s side tonight; the Serbian coming on as a substitute in the second-half to score the only goal. ............ Speaking about the striker, Tudor said “I’ll repeat what I have already said. In this month and a half of preparation he has always been focused, he has worked as an example. Comolli said he is staying and I’m happy. He is a strong player and hopefully he keeps up this scoring rate, which is no small thing.” Tudor was asked if he expects anything from the transfer market, to which he replied “I focus on coaching. I expect nothing, I’m happy.” ............ With the Bianconeri’s strong start to the 2025-26 season, Tudor was asked if his side are in the race for the Scudetto. He replied, “Only two games have been played. I want to go match by match and do our best in the next one. Stay focused and train well, then we’ll see where this mindset and way of working takes us.” On his substitutions, the coach said “If you make changes it is because you think you have other options. A substitution isn’t always made just because someone isn’t doing well.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-boss-tudor-happy-with-vlahovic/