Key Takeaways:
- Dusan Vlahovic sustained a high-grade left adductor longus injury during Juventus’s 2-1 Serie A victory over Cagliari on Saturday
- Juventus confirmed on Monday that the Serbia international faces a minimum three-month absence and requires further medical consultations
- Reports suggest Vlahovic could miss between 14 and 18 matches across Serie A, the Coppa Italia and the Champions League while his long-term future remains under scrutiny
Injury Blow Confirmed After Cagliari Clash
Dusan Vlahovic is expected to be absent for at least the next three months after Juventus confirmed the full extent of the striker’s adductor problem.
The forward was clearly upset as he was forced off after 30 minutes of Juventus’s 2-1 win against Cagliari in Serie A on Saturday afternoon. The incident immediately raised concerns, given his importance to the side.
The Serbia international, who currently leads Juventus’s scoring charts in all competitions this season with a tally of seven, reported to JMedical on Monday morning for detailed examinations.
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Medical Diagnosis and Official Club Statement
Following those tests, the club issued an update on Monday afternoon, outlining the diagnosis of the muscular issue.
The statement from Juventus read: “The tests revealed a high-grade injury to the muscle-tendon junction of the left adductor longus. Further medical consultations will be necessary to determine the most appropriate treatment.”
Updates from La Gazzetta dello Sport indicate that the “high-grade” classification of the injury is significant, with the player now facing a minimum spell of around three months before he is expected to regain full fitness.
Projected Absence and Match Count Impact
Although there is no definitive return date for the former Fiorentina striker, the current outlook is pessimistic in terms of the number of fixtures he is likely to miss.
Reports suggest Vlahovic could be sidelined for between 14 and 18 matches across Juventus’s schedule, including Serie A, the Coppa Italia and the Champions League.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Injury type | High-grade injury to muscle-tendon junction of left adductor longus |
| Injury confirmed | Monday (after tests at JMedical) |
| Time on pitch vs Cagliari | 30 minutes |
| Match result vs Cagliari | Juventus 2-1 Cagliari |
| Estimated absence | At least three months |
| Potential matches missed | Between 14 and 18 (Serie A, Coppa Italia, Champions League) |
| Current season goals for Juventus (all competitions) | 7 |
| Contract expiry date | 30 June 2026 |
Tactical Repercussions for Juventus Attack
With Vlahovic ruled out for the medium term, Juventus are expected to adjust their attacking structure in his absence. According to recent reports, Luciano Spalletti is likely to modify the current system to compensate for the loss of his principal goalscorer.
It is anticipated that Juventus will move away from a three-man front line and adopt a two-man strike partnership. Kenan Yildiz is expected to operate in a more central role, playing alongside one of Jonathan David, Lois Openda or Francisco Conceicao, based on the indications reported.
Uncertain Long-Term Future in Turin
Beyond the immediate impact on team selection and tactics, the injury also raises questions about Vlahovic’s longer-term situation at the club.
The forward is under contract with Juventus until 30 June 2026, and the repercussions of a lengthy spell on the sidelines on his future in Turin remain unclear at this stage.
