Overview
- Juventus began its second pre-season phase in Herzogenaurach, Germany, following intensive double sessions at Continassa and a 2-2 draw with Reggiana.
- Igor Tudor is testing new signings Jonathan David, João Mário and Conceição alongside Juventus Next Gen prospects to assess squad depth before the August 10 friendly against Borussia Dortmund.
- Gleison Bremer marked his first game since his ACL injury 304 days ago, reinforcing Juventus’s defensive line as it ramps up training.
- Inter remains in limbo over Ademola Lookman’s transfer as Atalanta demands a higher fee, and Roma is pressing to add a wide attacker to its 3-4-2-1 formation.
- AC Milan vice-president Franco Baresi is recuperating after successful lung nodule surgery, and Lazio wrapped up its Turkish mini-tour with a 2-2 draw.