Key Takeaways:
- Juventus has officially named Luciano Spalletti as head coach, succeeding Igor Tudor
- Spalletti has signed a short-term deal through the end of the season, with a potential extension should Champions League qualification be secured
- The 66-year-old will begin his tenure with an away fixture against Cremonese on Saturday
Spalletti Returns to Serie A Management with Juventus
Juventus have confirmed the appointment of Luciano Spalletti as their new head coach, replacing Igor Tudor, whose tenure was recently terminated. Spalletti, the seasoned Italian tactician, has agreed to oversee the team until the conclusion of the season, with the option to prolong his contract by one more year if the club secures a place in the Champions League for the next campaign.
Luciano Spalletti is the new head coach of Juventus ⚪️⚫️
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Contract and Recent Career Choices
According to Fabrizio Romano, Spalletti accepted these terms without hesitation, despite having initially sought a commitment spanning three years. He also opted to reject more lucrative positions at Nottingham Forest and Al-Ittihad, electing instead to wait for what he considered a more compelling sporting challenge. Through this decision, Spalletti embarks on his ninth managerial stint in Italian football, having previously led Empoli, Sampdoria, Venezia, Udinese, Ancona, Roma, Inter, and Napoli – with whom he famously claimed the Serie A title during the 2022/23 season. His most recent role saw him manage Italy’s national side, and his only coaching spell abroad was with Zenit Saint Petersburg in Russia.
Juventus’ Current Form and Upcoming Fixture
Spalletti inherits a Juventus side currently occupying seventh place in Serie A, having amassed 15 points from four victories, three draws, and two defeats. Their European campaign has been less encouraging so far, as the Turin club sits 25th in Champions League standings, having collected two points from two draws and one loss. The 66-year-old’s first match at the helm will see him lead the Bianconeri on the road against recently promoted Cremonese in Serie A action this Saturday.
