Overview
- In his unveiling, Luciano Spalletti said Juventus can rejoin the title race despite sitting seventh, but framed Champions League qualification as the immediate target.
- With only one session before Saturday's trip to Cremonese, he is expected to retain a three-man defence initially and then work toward a back four over time.
- Spalletti named a 22-man squad for Cremona, leaving out Kenan Yildiz and Lloyd Kelly, while Khephren Thuram returned to contention.
- General manager Damien Comolli said Igor Tudor was dismissed due to results, confirmed the extension on Spalletti’s deal is at the club’s discretion, and noted a sporting director shortlist is being finalized.
- Napoli supporter groups displayed hostile messages over Spalletti’s move, while the coach reiterated his bond with Naples and clarified past remarks about coaching elsewhere in Italy applied only to last season.