Juve on stage in Bologna for a real Champions League challenge: the match against the Rossoblu is not only worth three points, the Bianconeri’s plan
Juve, il Bologna non vale solo tre punti: il piano ben preciso dei bianconeri (Ansa Foto) – SerieAnews
At the Dall’Ara stadium this evening, a game is being played that goes far beyond the three points. Juventus and Bologna face each other in a direct clash for qualification to the next Champions League, with just one point separating them. Fourth is Juve with 62 points, fifth is the Italian team with 61.
For Tudor’s team, it is one of the last calls to secure the most prestigious European placement, the one that changes the face of a season and, inevitably, future prospects as well. The atmosphere promises to be tense, heated, almost playoff-like. After all, in Emilia, the fans have not forgotten Thiago Motta’s farewell and see him today sitting, at least symbolically, on the other bench.
Tudor chiede carattere: “Niente alibi”
Igor Tudor has spoken clearly to his people: head, heart and muscle are needed. No excuses. Absences weigh heavy, the defensive department is down to the bone, the attack is not full. But no alibis will be accepted. The Croatian coach asked for a tough, compact Juventus, ready to withstand the environmental shock and take advantage of the small cracks in the opponents.
Tudor chiede carattere: “Niente alibi” (Ansa Foto) – SerieAnews
How? By relying on intensity and superiority in aerial duels, one of Bologna’s rare frailties. Tudor leveraged the need for teamwork, gritting one’s teeth and putting forth every energy left. It is a challenge that is as good as a passport to the future.
Juve, Champions decisiva per Yildiz (e non solo)
Who will not be there today is Kenan Yildiz, disqualified. But his name is nevertheless at the center of the HCL discourse. The Turk, who turns 20 years old today, is one of the purest talents to emerge from this season and also one of the possible sacrifices on the market, should he fail to qualify for the Champions League.
Juve, Champions decisiva per Yildiz (e non solo) (Ansa Foto) – SerieAnews
However, with a place in the top four, the scenario would change: Juventus could retain Yildiz and resist offers. It is not just a question of money, but of project: the youngster has already won over John Elkann and intends to stay to become a symbol of the new course, in the footsteps of past greats.
His divestment, at that point, may not be necessary, possibly leaving room for other more “strategic” exits, such as that of Cambiaso, who is much followed in the Premier League.
Mercato Juve, con la Champions si sogna Tonali
Fourth place is not only a matter of prestige, but also of opportunity. Juve, if it were to return among Europe’s greats, would have the assets to aim higher in the market as well. And Sandro Tonali represents the most fascinating idea.
After his experience in the Premier, the former Milan man is in the thoughts of Giuntoli, who would like to build a new midfield around an Italian leader. Newcastle will not discount, but a dialogue could be opened, perhaps involving Douglas Luiz as a technical quid pro quo. An ambitious operation, of course, but not impossible if Juve will really count again.
In parallel, thoughts on the offensive department remain alive. Vlahovic is increasingly liked in Turkey, with Mourinho welcoming him to Fenerbahce, while Milik – freshly renewed – could be moved on loan to find more continuity. The dream, not even too hidden, remains Victor Osimhen, but he is only one of the names on the bianconero notebook. From Retegui to Boniface, from Sudakov to Lucca, there is no shortage of alternatives. First, however, it is necessary to go through Bologna. And win.
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