Juventus weigh contracts as attack questioned
Marco Tardelli criticises owner John Elkann, says he misses Andrea Agnelli’s presence and ‘hopes Juventus find a new owner’. Notes new hierarchy under Comolli, Modesto, Ottolini, Chiellini, and Yildiz’s 2030 deal.
AIA back Marco Guida’s call not to award Juve a penalty for Mario Gila’s tackle on Juan Cabal, citing the defender’s ‘intention to withdraw’. Luciano Spalletti protests as Juventus remain fourth, level with Roma.
Massimo Mauro slams Juve’s attack after the 2-2 vs Lazio, questions Di Gregorio on the second goal, says Bremer cannot cover errors, and warns Spalletti that style must lead to wins with a proper centre-forward.
Agent Davide Torchia says Rugani’s loan to Fiorentina was negotiated from early January, with Fabio Paratici influential. The veteran left Juventus after limited minutes but dressing-room leadership.
Juventus near a €32m windfall as Nico Gonzalez’s Atletico loan turns mandatory after 60% La Liga appearances of 45+ minutes. He has 12 such games, needing nine more to trigger the clause.
Serbia staffer Dusan Ilic claims Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic will choose Barcelona over Milan, saying a La Liga move could revive his career after Fiorentina form.
Douglas Costa says Juventus shot ‘almost at random’ in the 2-2 vs Lazio, lacking ruthlessness despite dominance. Urges sharper finishing as Inter and Galatasaray tests loom.
Inter welcome Nicolo Barella and Hakan Calhanoglu back to training before hosting Juventus. Chivu’s side are in form, but Juve aim to test their title credentials at San Siro.
Lloyd Kelly and Francisco Conceicao return for Juventus at Inter. With Dusan Vlahovic and Arkadiusz Milik out, Jonathan David is set to lead the line. Kelly likely partners Gleison Bremer at San Siro.
Weston McKennie has become key for Spalletti’s Juventus, scoring against Lazio, outperforming big-money strikers with runs into the box, and is close to signing a new contract after a standout, versatile role.
Director Marco Ottolini says Juve failed to land a January striker despite talks for Kolo Muani and En-Nesyri, extend Yildiz, and are in renewal talks with McKennie and Spalletti. Focus on top four and Galatasaray.
