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Atletico Madrid starting to worry about the clause in Nicolas Gonzalez’s deal Nicolas Gonzalez moved from Juventus to Atletico Madrid on loan during the summer, and the Argentinian has made a strong impression at his new club. His time in Turin was difficult after transferring from Fiorentina, and Juventus ultimately decided to offload him during the last transfer window. Since joining Atletico, Gonzalez has demonstrated his quality, establishing himself as one of the standout performers in La Liga. ............ However, his growing influence has also created a financial dilemma for the Spanish side. The loan agreement includes a clause stipulating that if Gonzalez plays at least 45 minutes in ten more of the remaining 21 league matches, Atletico will be required to pay 32 million euros to secure him permanently. This provision, which was designed to safeguard Juventus’s interests, now presents a high cost for Atletico. ............ The club reportedly appreciates Gonzalez’s contribution but is increasingly concerned about the financial implications of triggering the permanent transfer clause. Atletico may be forced to carefully manage his playing time to delay or renegotiate the payment. While they clearly value the player, the size of the fee has prompted discussions about whether it is prudent to continue using him extensively at this stage. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/atletico-madrid-starting-to-worry-about-the-clause-in-nicolas-gonzalezs-deal/

“Will tell a lot” Giletti wants to see how Juventus builds on beating Bologna Juventus’ victory against Bologna has been described by some observers as their best performance of the season so far, and that assessment may be justified. The Bianconeri boast some of the finest players in Italy, yet they have struggled for long periods of the campaign to deliver consistently strong displays. This lack of cohesion and reliability has undermined their progress and contributed to ongoing frustration around the club. Those difficulties ultimately led to a change in leadership, with Igor Tudor losing his job as results and performances failed to meet expectations. Luciano Spalletti has since arrived with the clear task of stabilising the team and restoring a winning mentality. ............ Performances such as the one against Bologna suggest there may be signs of improvement, but maintaining that level remains the real challenge. At the Allianz Stadium, expectations are always high, and incremental development is rarely enough. The men in black and white must show that they are steadily getting better, particularly as the fixtures grow more demanding. Every match now carries added significance as the team attempts to re-establish itself among the elite. ............ Juventus’ next match against AS Roma is expected to be even tougher than the Bologna encounter. The importance of that fixture has been highlighted by Massimo Giletti, who spoke about what a positive result could represent. He said, “Consistency is also needed. If you don’t have that, you won’t be among the top teams. The match against Roma will tell a lot. The match against Roma will be the decisive match. For the first time since Allegri left, he has a coach who has achieved important results”. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/will-tell-a-lot-pundit-wants-to-see-how-juventus-builds-on-beating-bologna/

Juventus eyeing free transfer for RB Leipzig midfielder in June The January transfer window is fast approaching, but reports in Italy claim that Juventus are already looking ahead to the summer, when they could make a move for RB Leipzig midfielder Xaver Schlager. ............ Schlager is of interest to the Bianconeri given that his contract is set to expire in June and could be tempted away from the Bundesliga. The 28-year-old has 134 Bundesliga appearances to his name, but is not currently a guaranteed starter under Ole Werner at RedBull Arena. ............ A central midfielder, also capable of playing in a more advanced role, Schlager would be comfortable covering in both a three-man or two-man midfield at Juventus. The Austria international suffered a cruciate ligament injury in May of 2024, which kept him sidelined for most of the 2024-25 campaign. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-eyeing-rb-leipzig-free-transfer/

Marseille man could be first Juventus signing of January Juventus is widely expected to be active during the January transfer window as the club looks to further strengthen its squad. The men in black and white have continued working to improve their group, to ensure the team remains competitive at the highest level. The Bianconeri regard themselves as one of the strongest sides in world football and are determined to maintain that standard through careful planning and recruitment. ............ The reopening of the transfer window next month presents an important opportunity. Juventus have already begun identifying players who could strengthen key areas of the team. Their approach reflects a broader strategy of building a squad capable of sustaining success over time, rather than relying solely on short-term solutions. This measured but ambitious outlook continues to shape their transfer planning as January approaches. ............ The primary target the men in black and white could focus on signing is Pierre Emile Højbjerg, who is currently enjoying relevance at Marseille. The Dane has established himself as a key figure for the Ligue 1 side, playing an important role in their midfield structure and overall balance. Despite his importance to Marseille, Juventus have shown a strong interest in securing his signature. This interest underlines the club’s desire to add proven quality and experience to its squad as they seek further improvement. The report suggests that Juve could make their approach sooner than many expect, highlighting the seriousness of their intentions ahead of the January window. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/marseille-man-could-be-first-juventus-signing-of-january/

How Juventus surprised Capello over the weekend Juventus travelled to face Bologna at the weekend in what was considered one of their toughest fixtures as they continue to rebuild confidence under Luciano Spalletti. The match represented a significant test for a side that has shown gradual improvement in recent weeks. While Juve are clearly making progress under their current gaffer, there remains an understanding that confidence is still developing, even as the men in black and white demonstrate their ability to compete this term. ............ The encounter with Bologna was widely viewed as a demanding challenge, given the context of Juventus’s recovery and the importance of maintaining momentum. The Bianconeri responded positively, showing organisation, discipline and resilience throughout the contest. Their efforts were rewarded by a solitary goal from Juan Cabal, which proved decisive and secured an important victory. Performances of this nature have encouraged the belief that Juventus could return to top shape sooner rather than later. ............ Among those watching closely was Fabio Capello, who observed the match and later shared his impressions. He reflected on the broader title picture, saying, “Will it be the most open Scudetto race ever? It’s too early to say, but everything suggests the championship will be full of twists and turns from now until the end. Anything can happen.” Capello also focused specifically on Juventus’s display, adding, “On the day just ended, for me, the Bianconeri were the real surprise: for the first time in the last two years, I saw a real team. Watch out…” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-juventus-surprised-capello-over-the-weekend/

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Who will replace Koopmeiners in Juventus vs Roma clash: Two options surface After picking up his fifth yellow card in Serie A this season, Juventus star Teun Koopmeiners will skip the contest against Roma. After collecting a vital away win over Bologna on Sunday, the Bianconeri will host another direct rival for a Champions League spot on Saturday. ............ Since he was appointed Juventus manager, Spalletti has always relied on Koopmeiners as a starter, albeit in an unnatural role at the back. The 66-year-old attributed this decision to the lack of options at the back, with several players out with injuries. ............ However, the Dutchman won’t be available next weekend after receiving a booking for bringing down Riccardo Orsolini with a rough challenge. ............ The Juventus boss will most likely switch Lloyd Kelly to the left side of the three-man backline, with Pierre Kalulu maintaining his spot on the right. But who will occupy the central role? Spalletti will choose between two options, and his decision will largely hinge on Gleison Bremer’s condition. ............ After almost three months on the sidelines, the Brazilian made his return from an injury against Bologna, replacing Koopmeiners in the last 15 minutes of the contest, in what may have been a dress rehearsal on the manager’s part. Nevertheless, the source believes Bremer might not be fit enough for a starting role in six days. Therefore, Daniele Rugani is considered the favourite to start against Roma. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/who-will-replace-koopmeiners-in-juventus-vs-roma-clash-two-options-surface/

Ex-Juventus winger reveals ideal January signing Former Juventus winger Massimo Mauro insists the Bianconeri still lack a centre-forward and won’t be favourites when Roma visit them in Turin next week. ............ “They certainly won’t be the favourites, but we’ll see what happens on the pitch,” the ex-winger said. “That’s the real issue, not cryptocurrencies. I was at the stadium for Juventus-Pafos, and it highlighted the squad’s issue with depth. Not only defensive absences, but also difficulty in finding a replacement for Yildiz, Conceiçao, McKennie and Locatelli. Thank goodness, David scored; otherwise, he would have had to flee Turin. It had been such a hard game for him.” ............ “I wouldn’t know where to turn because they didn’t sell good players. I wouldn’t have signed Openda for that kind of money,” he said. “I would have said there were no players worthy of Juventus. There’s also a lack of important Italian players, something Juve have always had. Without them, you can’t rebuild because Juventus have always had an Italian dressing room leader.” ............ “They need a Napoli-style Osimhen, a driving force who could carry the attack on his own and whom Luciano Spalletti turned into a true leader. Juve are full of solid, above-average players, but they need someone who makes a difference,” he said. “I would invest in attack where the situation is incredible. If Yildiz plays badly, it’s a tragedy. If he plays well, there’s a chance to create something dangerous, but Yildiz is not a 20-goal striker, unless he becomes Del Piero or plays as a central forward or support striker. Out wide, at best, he can become like Kvaratskhelia.” ............ “Spalletti is the best, along with Conte and Gasperini. An elite coach,” concluded the former winger. “He can’t be the problem. He has to build the team of the future while hoping to finish in the top four, but he doesn’t have a magic wand.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/ex-juventus-winger-ideal-january-signing/

Video: Juventus fans pay tribute to Bernardeschi after win over Bologna Juventus supporters at the Stadio Dall’Ara last night paid tribute to an emotional Federico Bernardeschi after the Old Lady’s 1-0 win over Bologna. ............ It was the first time Bernardeschi met with his former fans as he had left the Bianconeri in 2022 for Toronto FC, returning to Italy from Canada last summer. Videos circulating on X social media show the Italian winger going under the Bianconeri’s Curva at the Dall’Ara to thank the Juventus fans for their chants. ............ “One of us,” the Bianconeri ultras sang while Bernardeschi thanked them and collected some Bianconeri scarves thrown from the stands. ............ Bernardeschi spent five seasons at Juventus, scoring 12 goals in 183 games. ............ Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-fans-tribute-bernardeschi-win-bologna/

“He’s a level above” – Luca Toni weighs in on Thuram-Frattesi swap Retired Italian striker Luca Toni revealed which club would benefit more if Juventus were to exchange Khephren Thuram with Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi. This rumour has been making the rounds in the Italian press over the past 48 hours or so. It stems from Luciano Spalletti’s great appreciation for Frattesi, who was curiously the top goal-scorer of his ill-fated tenure at the helm of the Italian national team. ............ While Inter have refused to consider Frattesi’s sale in the past, it has been reported that Giuseppe Marotta and Piero Ausilio have told their Juventus counterparts that they would be willing to do business, but only if Thuram’s card is on the table, as they’re interested in reuniting Khephren with his older brother, Marcus. ............ Nevertheless, Toni feels that the Old Lady would lose out in this proposed swap deal by giving up a player who is a cut above. “Thuram is a step above Frattesi,” argued the 2006 World Cup winner. “Frattesi can’t play in a two-man midfield. At most, you can put him behind the striker.” The Inter player is considered a box-to-box striker, while Spalletti had often fielded him as an attacking midfielder, as he had done in the past with former Roma star Simone Perotta, who had somewhat similar attributes. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/hes-a-level-above-luca-toni-weighs-in-on-thuram-frattesi-swap/

Milan leading the race for out-of-contract Juventus man Milan are reportedly ahead of the competition in the race for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, who is currently running on an expiring contract. The Bianconeri spent circa €80 million to by the Serbian from their rivals, Fiorentina, in January 2022. While most fans feel he hasn’t truly justified his transfer fee (or his lucrative €12 million salary), the 25-year-old has been the club’s top goalscorer in each of the previous campaigns. ............ The San Siro outfit has been enjoying a solid start to the campaign. However, their lack of firepower upfront has been impeding them, as Santiago Gimenez has yet to prove his worth since joining the club last January, while Christopher Nkunku is still chasing his maiden Serie A goal. Therefore, the source reveals that Milan remains the most interested club in signing the Serbian internaitonal, and add that the two parties are close to reaching an agreement on personal terms. A move to Milanello would reunite Vlahovic with his former Juventus manager, Massimiliano Allegri. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/milan-race-juventus-dusan-vlahovic/

Bergomi and Marocchi suggest Elkann was right to reject Juventus takeover offer Giancarlo Marocchi and Beppe Bergomi highlight John Elkann’s ‘sense of belonging’ as Exor rejected an offer for a majority stake in Juventus. Juventus minority shareholders Tether have seen a €1.1 billion bid rejected by Exor, a decision confirmed by club owner John Elkann in a passionate message released over the weekend. ............ “I’ve spent a few years there, and there was the feeling of being part of the Agnelli family,” Marocchi, a former Juventus midfielder, said. “This pushed you to make sure the only thing that mattered was the victory. You looked at the past, and it was full of victories. In the present, you had to do the same.” Inter and Italy legend Bergomi added: “I highlight this important sense of belonging, which the fans, the players and the staff feel. It’s the Juventus tradition.” ............ The Agnelli family has owned Juventus for over 100 years, while Tether have an 11,52% stake in the club and is represented on the board of directors by Francesco Garino. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/pundits-elkann-right-reject-juventus-offer/

Juventus player ratings vs Bologna: Cabal enjoys his best display in black-and-white ............ Juventus XI (3-4-2-1) Michele Di Gregorio – 7 The Italian produced a double save early in the match, and then put a fingertip to Nadir Zortea’s smashing shot at the stroke of half-time. Never put a foot wrong. Pierre Kalulu – 6 ............ Lloyd Kelly – 7.5 A monstrous display at the back from the Englishman who ate Thijs Dallinga alive, winning every single aerial duel against the Dutch striker. Teun Koopmeiners – 5.5 ............ Weston McKennie – 6.5 ............ Manuel Locatelli – 6 ............ Khephren Thuram – 6.5 ............ Andrea Cambiaso – 5.5 An underwhelming display from the Italian international on his return to the Dall’Ara. He was struggling in his duel against Zortea, and his execution was off cue more often than not. Francisco Conceicao – 6 The Portuguese caused havoc on the right wing as is often the case, but still has a knack for going down too easily, so his reputation is preceding him with match officials. Kenan Yildiz – 7 The Turkish star was at the centre of every dangerous Juventus play, including the winner, when he provided the assist with a lovely cross to the box. However, the youngster will feel he should have scored from one of the inviting chances that came his way. Jonathan David – 5.5 ............ Substitutes Juan Cabal – 7 Aside from a needlessly botched clearance that almost cost Juventus, the Colombian had a dream outing. He escaped his market to head home the solitary goal of the contest, and put Openda through on a couple of occasions. Lois Openda – 6.5 Another influential substitution from Spalletti. The Belgian’s pace was a menace against Bologna’s high defensive line, and it forced Heggem to commit a challenge that earned him a red card. However, the 25-year-old still has to improve his finishing. Gleison Bremer – N/A Fabio Miretti – N/A . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-bologna-cabal-enjoys-his-best-display-in-black-and-white/

Juventus 1 - Bologna 0: Initial reaction and random observations A week ago, Luciano Spalletti and Juventus went to southern Italy and got things wrong from the very beginning. Spalletti’s approach was the wrong one, and the way in which he wanted to play was very much not well-executed by the players on the field. It was a mess, and something that Juve could really recover from against the reigning Serie A champions. Seven days later, Spalletti got things right when it came to the approach. And while the on-field execution wasn’t always the best that it could be — which feels like an understatement considering the current state of Juventus these days — Spalletti’s squad was able to come away with three vital points against a direct competitor for a spot in the top four this season. Juan Cabal’s goal all of three minutes after coming on as a substitute proved to be the difference in Juventus’ 1-0 win over the always-difficult Bolgona at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on Sunday night. Spalletti got things much more on the money compared to how things went against Napoli seven days earlier, and now he can stake claim to having a team that is within striking distance of the top four. Of course, some of that depends on how Roma does against Como on Monday night, but with that same Roma squad on the schedule and making their to Turin next weekend, getting back on track domestically and jumping over at least one rival for a spot in the top four was crucial on this chilly night in Emilia-Romagna. ............ But for a team that has struggled to consistent win under their last couple of managers, Spalletti now has a team that has won five out of their last six in all competitions. Again, I know it hasn’t always been pretty or how a lot of us would like to see it, but one of the biggest things Spalletti needed to do in the short term was to just get this team from stop dropping points so damn often. Loss to Napoli aside, they’re starting to do that. Fact is, both Spalletti and the Juventus players needed this win badly. They have gotten a little wind back i ntheir sails in Europe with a couple of wins, but it was in these kinds of tests against teams in or around the top four where they were going to find out a lot about themselves this month. They didn’t pass the Napoli test at all — and Spalletti admitted as such when it came to himself and the team as a whole. Against Bologna, though, it was different. He got the approach spot on. He got his subs right. He managed the game incredibly well after Juventus got the lead. The last thing Juve needed to do was to put forward a solid performance, fight hard to get the lead, actually get the lead only to cough it up in the final minutes and drop points as a result. You know, the kind of thing we’ve seen on plenty of occasions the last couple of years. But rather than actually do that, they hung on — and three points are coming back to Turin with them. You could say “Well, it’s easy to do that against a team playing down a man!” and that’s potentially true in theory. But Bologna are one of the few sides who play the kind of way where they could have easily overcome that kind of setback in the second half and still gotten points against Juventus. They just defy logic sometimes, and Vincenzo Italiano is the kind of manager who has a kind of approach that lends itself to chaos. ............ RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS If only every sub Spalletti brought on could score a goal three minutes after coming on like Cabal did, right? ............ Good for Cabal, though. He’s had some tough games the last couple of weeks. But the dude was absolutely FLYING to get on the end of that cross. And wait … Juve scored off a corner??? I don’t know what to do with myself now. Let’s just get it out of the way now: Lloyd Kelly, Man of the Match? Yeah, you ain’t gonna be wrong if you feel that way. This might have been his best game in a Juventus shirt. ............ Those couple of Michele Di Gregorio saves in the first half look so incredibly important in hindsight. They were big in the moment, but they’re even the more important now that we can look back and pinpoint them as to why Bologna were held off the scoreboard. This was one of Di Gregorio’s best game of the season after some tough outings over the last month or two. Maybe, just maybe, he’s starting to lock in like he did as the 2024-25 season went on. Speaking of defense: BREMER BREMER BREMER BREMER BREMER BREMER. Yes, I am not the only one to be overjoyed by seeing Gleison Bremer and his incredibly sharp-looking haircut back on the field after he had knee surgery 2 1/2 months ago. Welcome back, big fella, you have been so incredibly missed in this team. Memo to Spalletti: YOU SAID YOU WILL NOT RUSH BREMER AND YOU STAY TRUE TO THAT, OK? I know it will be tempting to throw Bremer in there with a week in between games the next couple of weeks, but this is no time to just suddenly go against your line of thinking with a big fixture coming up next week. That being said, it would be pretty great to see Bremer back in the starting lineup against Roma. But only if he’s ready for it. Juve need to get this one right. ............ Another Kenan Yildiz goal contribution? WELL CONSIDER ME STUNNED, FOLKS. Weston McKennie covering more distance than anybody on the field is becoming such a common occurrence that it’s not even surprising anymore. You know, like as surprising as Yildiz doing something that contributes to a goal. ............ Can Cambiaso stop taking corners and free kicks? I’ve seen enough of him not even clearing the first defender on his cross. I think Giorgio Chiellini’s reaction on the quick shot to the crowd on what proved Cambiaso’s final “contribution” before being subbed off pretty much summed up the latter’s form at the moment. Just not good enough. Unfortunately, Francisco Conceição didn’t get a goal on his birthday. He did, however, get smacked in the face and pick up off the turf like he was some sort of little kid not wanting to go back inside after playing with his friends in the backyard. Not exactly the greatest thing to take place, but it was a funny visual. ............ Another full 90 for Pierre Kalulu. There might not be anybody happier that Juve don’t have a midweek fixture. Enjoy the rest, my friend. Also pretty obvious, but it’s important to note that Yildiz will get a full week of rest ahead of facing one of Serie A’s best defenses. I like the sound of that. At least the first part. Juventus’ next five opponents after facing Roma: Pisa, Lecce, Sassuolo, Cremonese and Cagliari. That’s incredibly favorable even if there are a couple of tricky ones in there. You get a win against Roma and you jump back in the Champions League in mid-January. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/previews-reviews/34657/bologna-juventus-2025-serie-a-matchday-14-final-score-result-initial-reaction-random-observations

Spalletti: ‘Most important Juventus win, but I have to be hard on them’ Luciano Spalletti insists the victory over Bologna was ‘the most important’ of his Juventus career so far, but notes where Juan Cabal, Lois Openda and Jonathan David can improve. The Bianconeri knew the importance of this fixture, as they were two points behind Bologna in the Serie A table, so it was a head-to-head for European places. ............ “We were facing a team that has an identity, quality and enthusiasm, they were built well and even down to 10 men made it difficult for us,” Spalletti said. “Having won here means even more for my players, and they must be congratulated this evening. They did really well.” ............ “I had seen things done well in training, and told the directors that I saw the players energetic and reacting well in training. We needed a performance that could give them confidence, and I hope after this we can continue to improve,” continued Spalletti. “Aside from the goal, the overall performance needs to be evaluated in football. Juventus were in the heart of the game for 90 minutes tonight, battled for every ball, went beyond these individual duels that Bologna force you into, and this bodes well for the future. “Cabal must learn to keep some of his emotions in check. He is like a pedigree horse with his strength and ability to sprint repeatedly, he has talent with back-heel flicks, but talent is also repeating the 100 metre runs 20 times. He doesn’t mind being in one-on-one situations, is good in the air, but in the games he played so far he wasn’t precise enough for his talent, so I had to be hard on him.” ............ “I liked his performance. Openda is a different player to Jonathan David, who frankly seems more like a second striker to me than a centre-forward, as he combines with teammates. Openda has more power, and probably against teams like Bologna feels more at ease, because he can run at them with sheer pace when those spaces open up,” concluded Spalletti. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/spalletti-most-important-juventus-win-hard/

Player ratings: Bologna 0-1 Juventus – Cabal seals crucial six-pointer Juventus have Juan Cabal to thank after picking up a vital three points in a 1-0 victory away against Bologna in Serie A on Sunday evening. ............ Bologna 0-1 Juventus: Player ratings! Bologna: Ravaglia 6; Zortea 6 (De Silvestri 5.5), Heggem 4, Lucumi 6 (Bernardeschi n/a), Miranda 6; Moro 6 (Holm 6), Pobega 6; Orsolini 6.5, Ferguson 6 (Sulemana 5.5), Cambiaghi 5.5; Dallinga 5.5 (Castro 5.5). Best Bologna player: Orsolini 6.5 – ............ Coach: Vincenzo Italiano 6 – ............ Juventus: Di Gregorio 6.5; Kalulu 6, Kelly 6.5, Koopmeiners 6 (Bremer 6); McKennie 6, Thuram 6, Locatelli 6, Cambiaso 5.5 (Cabal 7); Conceicao 6.5 (Miretti n/a), Yildiz 7, David 6 (Openda 6.5). Best Juventus player: Cabal 7 – Two goals in six Serie A appearances for the Colombian now. Immediate impact off the bench on Sunday evening, evading his marker to claim a free header in the middle of the Bologna penalty area. That was a big confidence boost to begin his evening. Coach: Luciano Spalletti 6.5 – That was a big six-pointer in the race for Champions League football, and the perfect way to bounce back after a disappointing 2-1 defeat against Napoli last time out in Serie A. Had Juventus been a touch more clinical, that would have been a slightly more flattering scoreline. Still, managed the game well after going ahead, even if their life was made easier with Heggem’s sending off. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/player-ratings-bologna-0-1-juventus-cabal-seal/

Bologna 0-1 Juventus: Spalletti’s substitutions worked a charm Juventus bounced back from last week’s defeat in Naples by edging past Bologna thanks to a solitary second-half strike from Juan Cabal. Luciano Spalletti kept his 3-4-2-1 system, with Jonathan David spearheading the lineup, supported by Kenan Yildiz and Francisco Conceicao. In midfield, Khephren Thuram connected with Manuel Locatelli, while Weston McKennie and Andrea Cambiaso started on the wings. ............ Bologna were the better side in the opening minutes, but Michele Di Gregorio produced a double save to prevent an early goal. ............ Juventus thought they had broken the deadlock in the 35th minute, when Federico Ravaglia’s attempted clearance was blocked by McKennie, who unselfishly laid it into David’s path. The Canadian scored with a simple tap-in, but the goal was disallowed for an offside on McKennie in the buildup. ............ Juventus eventually found the breakthrough in the second half from an unexpected source. Yildiz’s promising shot was blocked by Torbjørn Heggem, but he made amends from the ensuing corner kick. The Turk played a give-and-go with Conceicao before sending a sublime cross to the box that was met by Juan Cabal, whose low header left Ravaglia stranded. The Colombian wasn’t the only second-half introduction who made a swift impact, as fellow substitute Lois Openda was equally effective. The Belgian striker won an aerial ball against Hegem and charged towards Ravaglia’s goal, forcing the Norwegian defender to bring him down from the back. The referee had no other choice but to show the latter a straight red that left Bologna with a man down. Afterwards, it was all Juventus, but Yildiz and Openda wasted a few glorious opportunities to double the visitors’ lead. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/bologna-0-1-juventus-spallettis-substitutions-worked-a-charm/

Serie A | Bologna 0-1 Juventus: Cabal conquers the Dall’Ara for climb to fifth Juan Cabal came off the bench to snatch all three points for Juventus against 10 men, continuing the dire Bologna record in this fixture, and leapfrogging them into fifth place. This was a direct battle for position, as the Rossoblu were two points ahead in the table. Juve lost last week to Napoli, but boosted their Champions League chances in a midweek win over Pafos. ............ Juve were unbeaten at the Dall’Ara since November 1998 and hadn’t lost to Bologna at all since a 2-0 result in February 2011. ............ There was an early double Michele Di Gregorio save, first on Tommaso Pobega’s acrobatic flick from a free kick, then the Riccardo Orsolini follow-up at the back post. Orsolini’s trademark curler was smothered and Teun Koopmeiners was booked so will be suspended next week against Roma. ............ Juventus had the ball in the net on 36 minutes when David flicked on a long ball for McKennie, who won the ricochet off on-rushing Ravaglia and generously rolled across for the Canadian to deposit into an empty net. However, McKennie was offside on the initial flick. ............ Yet Bologna had a huge chance on the stroke of half-time, as Orsolini’s inspired disguised pass released Nadir Zortea to thump his finish against the underside of the bar from a tight angle with Di Gregorio just getting his fingertips to it. ............ Juventus finally found a breakthrough when Kenan Yildiz saw his control and strike deflected inches over by Heggem. The resulting corner was taken short for a Kenan Yildiz cross that found substitute Juan Cabal for a totally free header from six yards. ............ The situation went from bad to worse for the hosts, as soon after Heggem got caught out by a long Di Gregorio ball and bundled Lois Openda over outside the area for a straight red card. There was more good news for Juventus, as Gleison Bremer made his comeback for the final 15 minutes, the first appearance since the meniscus injury on September 27. Conceicao had penalty appeals rejected after running into Lucumi’s arm, infuriating the defender, while Federico Bernardeschi’s effort failed to trouble Di Gregorio. Ravaglia kept the scoreline down with a great one-handed save on Openda’s daisy-cutter from 12 yards on the Cabal lay-off, then Openda fired another promising opportunity over in stoppages. ............ . . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/serie-a-bologna-0-1-juventus-cabal-conquers/

Bremer makes first Juventus appearance in 78 days but Spalletti loses another defender Gleison Bremer has marked his return from injury after a spell of 78 days on the sideline, but Luciano Spalletti will now have to do without another one of his centre-back options when the Bianconeri take on Roma in a huge Serie A clash next weekend. ............ He had not featured for Juventus since Juventus’s 1-1 draw with Atalanta on September 27, but, 78 days later, has come on as a second-half substitute during Juventus’s Serie A match against Bologna. ............ While Bremer is now back, Teun Koopmeiners, who has regularly filled in at centre-back since Spalletti came in, will not be available to face Roma in Serie A next week. He picked up his fifth yellow card of the season against Bologna and will now have to serve a one-match ban. Federico Gatti is also out injured, which leaves Lloyd Kelly, Pierre Kalulu, Bremer and Daniele Rugani, who has only recently returned to training himself as his natural centre-back options for Roma on Saturday. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/bremer-back-juventus-lose-another-defender/

Chiellini reassuring to Juventus: ‘Agnelli family, Thuram and Yildiz going nowhere’ Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini reassures the Agnelli family and the club are ‘one and the same,’ while Khephren Thuram and Kenan Yildiz are going nowhere. ............ “I won’t talk about Frattesi, as that’s a lack of respect towards Inter. What I can say without doubt is that Thuram will remain a Juventus player. He has done really well in the year and a half he’s been with us and we have no intention of letting him go,” Chiellini said. ............ President John Elkann stating the club’s values were ‘not for sale.’ “They were important words, strong words, but for those who know the atmosphere, they were not surprising. When we think of the Agnelli family, we think of Juventus, and vice versa. They are one and the same. That’s how it has always been and that’s how it will be in future,” added Chiellini. “So there’s nothing more to say other than we will build Juve back to the strength they had in the past and will again in the future. There are values at Juventus that get passed from generation to generation, but we also look to the future. “It has unfortunately been five years since we last won the Scudetto, we feel the responsibility of that, but it takes nothing away from our confidence going into the future. Above all, the owners and Juventus are a single insoluble entity.” ............ If the club had been sold, would Chiellini still have been dealing with negotiations for the new Kenan Yildiz contract? “I haven’t the foggiest idea, but that’s not an issue I will need to think about! Kenan is an important player, he has a long contract, it’s not a situation that gets sorted out in a week. The important thing is that we both want to carry on together, his contract doesn’t expire in six months, so there’s no rush, but we want to improve the contract so it is suited to his status.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/chiellini-reassuring-juventus-agnelli-thuram/

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