Juventus Go on Retreat to Try to Rally the Troops

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Kickjolly · AI-written · automatically reviewed · The Cult of Calcio ↗

Juventus are attempting to rally their team ahead of a crucial match against Napoli by sending the players on a retreat, following a stern address by CEO Giovanni Carnevali after their disappointing performance against Genoa. The club's brass has been critical of the players' inconsistency and lack of character. The team has historically responded to such reprimands, but the improvements have been short-lived.

Despite speculation, Juventus is not seriously considering firing manager Luciano Spalletti, who retains the trust of the management and the owner. Spalletti is under contract until 2028 with a significant salary, making dismissal costly. The club currently lacks a clear backup plan, with potential candidates including Stefano Pioli, Paulo Sousa, or Didier Deschamps if needed.

The players are also seen as being at fault, with the squad being described as mediocre due to numerous injuries. Changing the entire squad midseason is not feasible, putting pressure on the manager to deliver results. If the team fails to show improvement in the next few matches, significant changes may become inevitable.