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Juventus has 5 coaches on list to replace Igor Tudor

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October 20, 2025

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According to Tuttosport, Igor Tudor’s weekend was nothing short of dramatic. The Croatian coach watched his Juventus side collapse 2–0 against a well-organized and inspired Como team.

Hands in his pockets and eyes downcast, Tudor seemed lost in thought — aware that reflection was a luxury he could not afford. The Bianconeri’s sixth consecutive match without a win has sparked deep concern not only among fans but also within the club’s hierarchy.

The most alarming aspect wasn’t only the result, but the performance itself. Juventus appeared rigid, uncertain, and disconnected. Tudor’s tactical adjustments — first a 4-2-3-1, then a 4-4-2, and finally a desperate 4-2-4 — symbolized the team’s confusion. The midfield was left empty, the ideas were disjointed, and belief was visibly fading.

In the days before the match, Tuttosport reported a tense meeting between Tudor and general manager Damien Comolli. They discussed the team’s condition, tactical options, and potential changes.

Comolli reportedly encouraged a more flexible approach with a back four, while Tudor, though polite, remained firm: he would not abandon his footballing philosophy. He promised adjustments, yes — but not a total reinvention. That stance now looks increasingly fragile.

A growing divide and a uncertain future

The loss to Como has widened the cracks between the coaching staff and the club’s management. Communication has cooled, and faith in Tudor’s project is wavering. Despite public shows of support, Juventus executives have already begun reviewing their options, evaluating every aspect of the season so far. The question is no longer if change is needed, but when.

The upcoming month will be decisive. Juventus face a daunting run of fixtures — including Real Madrid, Lazio, Udinese, Sporting, and a city derby against Torino. Tudor must not only revive the team’s results but also restore purpose, identity, and confidence. He needs to show that this Juventus can still compete for Champions League qualification and more.

Names are already circulating in Turin’s corridors. Tuttosport mentions high-profile alternatives such as Luciano Spalletti …

and Roberto Mancini …

While younger coaches like Raffaele Palladino are also being considered.

Foreign candidates closer to Comolli’s network — including Marco Rose and Edin Terzic — could also emerge. For now, however, the club seems committed to giving Tudor a final chance to turn things around.

On the pitch, Juventus looked lost. After conceding early, they failed to respond with conviction. David’s disallowed goal offered brief hope, but the momentum quickly faded. Changes in formation and personnel — from 4-3-3 to 4-4-2 and finally to 4-2-4 — only deepened the confusion. By the time Nico’s stunning second goal sealed Como’s victory, Juve were out of ideas, energy, and belief.

Tudor’s situation is now critical. As Tuttosport puts it, the mountain ahead of him grows steeper with every match. He must not only find solutions on the field but also rebuild trust off it — with his players, his directors, and an increasingly restless fanbase.

Juventus have been here before, but this time the stakes feel higher. The next few weeks will determine not just Tudor’s fate, but the direction of the entire club.