Eliminated from the Champions League, knocked out of the Italian Cup. Even when they win, they struggle. They push forward, but it doesn’t always work. The initial excitement under Thiago Motta quickly faded, the attractive style of play from the first few rounds disappeared, and problems are piling up. No one is satisfied, as things are not going in the direction Juventus had hoped. However, sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli insists there will be no premature split with Thiago Motta, even though speculation about his successor is already underway—perhaps because parting ways would be quite costly.Motta hasn’t shined in Juve, and one coach is available….Juventus already got burned with Massimiliano Allegri, and the case ended up in court. The Bianconeri are unwilling to pay seven million euros for a separation that happened a year before the contract expired. And a legal battle would likely ensue with Thiago Motta as well. When he arrived in Turin last June, he signed a deal until 2027. Not even one full season has passed, yet he is already on thin ice. Reports in Italy suggest that terminating his contract could cost around 20 million—an enormous price to pay. The question is whether it even makes financial sense for Juventus to fire a coach they promised full control. A long-term project could collapse like a house of cards if they fail to qualify for the Champions League. Failure leads to a shift in thinking, and several names are already being mentioned as potential replacements.Shameful Juventus out of the CupJuventus’ dream candidate is Antonio Conte. Even when everything was agreed upon with Thiago Motta, part of the club’s management wanted to bring back the man who led them through a successful era and won three titles. However, that seems highly unlikely, as Conte settled in Naples last June and signed a three-year contract. A more realistic option is Gian Piero Gasperini. He recently stated that he wouldn’t be extending his contract with Atalanta and even hinted that he might leave before his deal expires in June 2026. Having worked in Juventus’ youth academy for many years and found success with young talents, he is charismatic and could be a viable candidate. Another option is Igor Tudor, but only if other possibilities fall through. Meanwhile, another name might emerge, or Thiago Motta might overcome all the challenges and guide the Old Lady back onto the right path.SERIE A – MATCHDAY 27Friday 22.45: (1.78) Fiorentina (3.60) Lecce (5.30)Saturday 17.00: (1.22) Atalanta (6.50) Venezia (13.0)20.00: (3.15) Napoli (3.35) Inter (2.45)22.45: (1.80) Udinese (3.60) Parma (4.60)Sunday 14.30: (4.10) Monza (3.45) Torino (2.05)17.00: (1.58) Bologna (3.80) Cagliari (6.50)17.00: (1.95) Genoa (3.35) Empoli (4.20)20.00: (1.93) Roma (3.45) Como (4.10)22.45: (2.10) Milan (3.50) Lazio (3.80)Monday 22.45: (1.30) Juventus (5.20) Verona (11.0)***odds are subject to change***
