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Thiago Motta future uncertain?

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3 months ago

January 31, 2025

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Rainy whistles, a performance below expectations and a defeat that makes a noise. This is the scenario that followed Thiago Motta’s Juventus as they exited the Allianz Stadium in Turin after the 0-2 loss inflicted by the Portuguese team Benfica in the last match of the UEFA Champions League group stage.

A defeat, as mentioned, not critically significant for the standings (although the Bianconeri will not be seeded in the playoff draw, qualifying directly for the round of 16 was unlikely). But rather for the gameplay displayed, which still does not meet expectations. A first reflection on Thiago Motta’s position is inevitably brought to attention.

Thiago Motta to leave?

According to information gathered by Calciomercato and Il Bianconero, in no currently conceivable scenario will Cristiano Giuntoli remove the Italian Brazilian coach from the Juventus bench.

This idea is not being considered at all by the management of the Turin club. Thiago Motta will have the opportunity, time, and space to work on the team. The philosophy, and his concepts, without the urgency of being questioned due to a home defeat in European competition.

Disappointing environment

However, it’s undeniable that the atmosphere at Continassa is quite heavy. With significant farewells, bitter words, and results that have been hard to come by in both Serie A and the Champions League (just one win against Milan in the last eight matches), disappointment is an emotion beginning to take hold in the Piedmont capital.

Fans are clearly unhappy with the situation. As the management is also dissatisfied with the current state, primarily placing the responsibility on the coach.

Motta has shown a willingness to work, while Giuntoli’s task is to focus on the transfer market. Beyond the statements made last night, with the central defender position being a priority to secure.

In the meantime, the focus shifts to Empoli. If there’s another defeat, Juventus will start to talk about a crisis. And only then could the situation become irreversible, with subsequent appointments needing careful monitoring.

Motta is clinging to fourth place and the Champions League playoff: the bench he occupies may be the only certainty he has today.