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McKennie Calls Spalletti the Best Coach in DAZN Interview as Suspension Rules Him Out of Atalanta Match

His comments point to Spalletti’s man-management as a driver of his recent rise.

Overview

  • In a DAZNRemember the Name” feature, the Juventus midfielder said Luciano Spalletti is the best coach of his career.
  • A one-match suspension from the Serie A sporting judge means he will miss the trip to face Atalanta in Bergamo.
  • He said he is more than a footballer, citing music, golf, and time with his dogs as ways he protects his focus and mental health.
  • He recalled a broken foot in 2022 as the toughest stretch of his career, which pushed him to value life beyond the game.
  • He is the first American to wear Juventus’ shirt, a status that carries symbolic weight for both the club and U.S. soccer.