McKennie Faces Unexpected Bench,Two defensive Spots Remain Open in Probable Juventus Lineup
Juventus coach Igor Tudor is considering a lineup shift that could see Weston McKennie surprisingly sidelined,with two central defensive positions and the role of right-back still up for grabs ahead of an upcoming match. The decisions will heavily influence the team’s tactical approach and potentially impact the roles of several key players, including Federico Gatti, Daniele Rugani, and Pierre Kalulu.
Tudor is weighing whether to pair Gatti and Rugani in central defense, or utilize Kalulu alongside one of them. The choice will dictate Kalulu’s positioning, potentially shifting him to a wide role. Currently,Joao Mario is ahead of both Kostic and McKennie for the right-back position,a development that could see McKennie on the bench. Tudor has two remaining training sessions to finalize his decisions, focusing on both tactical setup and player trust.
In midfield, Manuel Locatelli and Aurelien Thuram are expected to start, while Koopmeiners appears to be behind them in the pecking order. Miretti’s return to team training isn’t expected until next week as he continues to regain fitness.
Upfront, dusan Vlahovic and Kenan Yildiz, fresh off scoring 3 goals in 2 games with Turkey, are likely to lead the attack, supported by the creativity of Francisco Fernandes da Conceicao. This attacking trio represents a stable and high-performing unit for Tudor, offering a reliable option as he navigates the defensive uncertainties.
