Overview
- Juventus have slumped to a sporting crisis after a run of poor results that culminated in a 2-0 defeat at Genoa on Wednesday, exposing problems in attitude and intensity.
- Chief executive Giovanni Carnevali travelled to the Continassa training centre to deliver a blunt message that the current situation is unacceptable and that players must take responsibility.
- Coach Luciano Spalletti has kept the squad together in a full-team retreat at the J Hotel/Continassa, with injured senior players joining to show solidarity and focus on the upcoming match.
- The club has publicly backed Spalletti for now but internal reports say parts of the dressing room are unhappy with his methods and some fans are calling for Antonio Conte, increasing pressure on executives.
- Beyond short-term form, Juventus face financial stakes from lost Champions League revenue and a UEFA settlement that could force player sales or limit transfers if results do not improve.