Spalletti Confirms Vlahovic Out 2-3 Months with Groin Injury
Dusan Vlahovic is set to be sidelined for two to three months due to a groin injury, according to Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti. The Serbian forward suffered the injury during the 2-1 victory against Cagliari on Saturday. His absence will be felt significantly.
Impact of Vlahovic’s Injury on Juventus
Vlahovic will miss the upcoming Coppa Italia match against Udinese, where Juventus will participate in the Round of 16. Coach Spalletti noted that while he awaits more precise timelines from the medical staff, the loss of their number nine will affect the team substantially.
Spalletti’s Comments on Team Adjustments
- Spalletti expects to make tactical changes due to Vlahovic’s absence.
- He emphasized that the team has faced physical and mental challenges recently.
- The coach believes that every player in the squad deserves a chance to contribute.
“The opportunities come and go; now it’s about seizing them and showing we can capitalize,” Spalletti stated. Despite preferring to have Vlahovic available, he remains focused on maximizing the team’s potential.
Juventus’s Coppa Italia Ambitions
Juventus holds the record for the most Coppa Italia titles, with 15 championships, the last won two seasons ago. A victory on Tuesday will lead them to face either Atalanta or Genoa in the quarter-finals.
Spalletti’s Focus on Performance
Spalletti insists that winning must go hand in hand with quality play. “Our fans expect brilliance, not just victories,” he remarked. He aims to deliver both entertaining football and solid results for the supporters.
“Every match is a significant test for us. We want to provide our fans with an exciting spectacle while securing good outcomes,” Spalletti concluded.
