Juventus Appoints Igor Tudor as Head Coach After Dismissing Thiago Motta
The leadership change comes during the international break as Juventus seeks to secure a top-four Serie A finish and Champions League qualification.
- Igor Tudor, a former Juventus player, has been officially named head coach, replacing Thiago Motta, who struggled to deliver results since his appointment in July 2024.
- Juventus is currently in 5th place in Serie A, following heavy defeats to Atalanta and Fiorentina, and has been eliminated from both the Champions League and Coppa Italia this season.
- Tudor has signed a contract until the end of the season, with an option to extend until June 2026, and is tasked with improving team performance and morale.
- Juventus management strategically made the coaching change during the international break to address the team's poor form before the final stretch of the season.
- Qualifying for the Champions League is a critical objective for the club's financial stability, making a top-four finish in Serie A Tudor's immediate priority.