Juventus has embarked on a new chapter by officially appointing Thiago Motta as their new head coach on a contract that will run until June 30, 2027. The 41-year-old Italian-Brazilian, who has previously managed Genoa, Spezia, and most recently Bologna, is set to bring his attacking and offensive style of play to the Turin-based club. Motta’s appointment follows the departure of Massimiliano Allegri, who left the team after it finished third in the Serie A last season.Motta’s successful coaching stint at Bologna, where he led the team to a fifth-place finish and a spot in the Champions League, has been widely recognized as a significant achievement. His track record in Italy and his experience as a former player for clubs like Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, Inter, and Paris Saint-Germain have made him a respected figure in the football community. As he takes the helm at Juventus, Motta has expressed his ambition to bring success to the club and make the fans happy.The Juventus board is hopeful that Motta’s leadership will usher in a new era of success for the club, which has not won the Scudetto since 2020. With plans to strengthen the squad in the summer transfer market, including potential targets like Douglas Luiz and Mason Greenwood, Juventus is poised to reclaim its position at the pinnacle of Italian football.
Key points
- Thiago Motta signed as Juventus’ new head coach until 2027, replacing Massimiliano Allegri.
- Motta brings a reputation for attacking football from his successful time at Bologna, leading them to the Champions League.
- Juventus aims to strengthen its squad and reassert dominance in Serie A with Motta’s fresh coaching approach.
