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Spalletti has decided to call 3 talents in First Team

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April 20, 2026

While the current campaign is still underway, Juventus are already laying the groundwork for next season, with their minimum objective—qualification for the UEFA Champions League—now within reach.

Behind the scenes, planning has begun not only for transfers and squad adjustments but also for the structure of the summer preseason.

According to Tuttosport, the club intends to integrate several promising young talents into the first-team setup during this crucial preparation phase.

Summer Plans and Emerging Prospects

The Bianconeri’s summer schedule is already taking shape. A tour in Australia is set for August, featuring high-profile friendlies against Inter Milan on August 8 and Palermo FC on August 11.

This will be followed by a training camp in Herzogenaurach, Germany—a familiar location for Juventus in recent summers.

These weeks will serve as an opportunity for head coach Luciano Spalletti to evaluate not only established players but also rising stars from the Next Gen and Primavera squads.

Among the standout names is Adin Licina, who joined from Bayern Munich in January thanks to the vision of Claudio Chiellini. Licina has already made an impression, recently scoring his first goal for the Next Gen side and demonstrating maturity beyond his years.

His potential inclusion in the Australia tour could provide him with a valuable chance to prove he is ready for senior football. Even if an immediate breakthrough does not materialize, the second half of next season could be a realistic target for his rise.

Key Decisions on Youth Development

Another player attracting attention is David Puczka, a 2005-born talent who has been one of the revelations of the season under Massimo Brambilla.

With ten goals and five assists, his contributions go beyond statistics, reflecting significant growth, especially in defensive awareness.

Juventus now face a strategic decision: include him in the preseason squad or capitalize on his rising value in the transfer market.

Finally, Destiny Elimoghale had been earmarked as another exciting addition to the senior training group. However, a recent dip in form compared to his bright start to the season may lead the club to adopt a more cautious approach regarding his development timeline.

As Juventus look ahead, their blend of ambition and youth integration highlights a long-term vision—one that could shape the club’s future well beyond the upcoming season.