Juventus face derby doubts as Yildiz sidelined
Amid Juventus links, Alisson reportedly plans to stay at Liverpool, where he is under contract to 2027. A move to Turin now looks unlikely unless Liverpool change stance.
Juve are on 68 points. They are ahead of Milan and Roma on head-to-head but behind Como. Various mini-league scenarios could decide the final two Champions League places if teams finish level.
Spalletti calls for a reaction after the 2-0 Fiorentina loss, says Juve lack character at times but will not blame players. Yildiz out, Thuram back. He insists he will continue and trusts the club.
Juventus may face difficulty moving Openda, David, Zhegrova and Koopmeiners due to high fees, wages and low impact, with a likely Champions League miss forcing sales despite limited market for these underperformers.
Manchester United have offered Joshua Zirkzee to Juventus and Roma. Juve are considering a loan with an option or obligation to buy as they assess a Serie A return for the former Bologna forward.
Kenan Yildiz wins Serie A Rising Star after 10 goals and 6 assists in 2025/2026. Juventus view him as central to their plans and aim to keep him as they chase Champions League qualification.
Ravanelli urges Juventus to give Alessandro Del Piero a formal role alongside Giorgio Chiellini, citing his stature, English, and ability to guide players as a winning combination to restore identity.
Yildiz suffers a calf strain and misses the Torino derby, while Vlahovic has an adductor issue and is a doubt. If unfit, Jonathan David could lead a trident with Boga and Conceicao. Gatti in for Bremer.
