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Juventus’ No. 9 Puzzle Deepens as Tudor Keeps Rotating Vlahovic, Openda and David

Kenan Yildiz remains the lone fixed point in attack.

Overview

  • Igor Tudor reiterates opponent-driven selections and, for now, rules out switching to a two-striker system.
  • Usage is split with Jonathan David at 38% of available minutes, Loïs Openda at 42% and Dusan Vlahovic at 44%, and the trio has produced four goals in six appearances overall.
  • Juventus tried to sell Vlahovic before the deadline, with his expiring deal and high salary weighing on decisions this season.
  • Reporting describes Yildiz as the current fulcrum of the frontline, with a contract renewal understood to be close.
  • Italian outlets note continued tactical uncertainty despite depth, with Openda most effective in space and David the most natural partner option if a pairing is ever adopted.