Page 2 | Motta to Juve: The Surprising Reason Behind His Stay! Will Mancini Step In as the Interim Hero?

INVIATO A FIRENZE - This time, the club's intentions have come to light. Following a second consecutive “failure”—the first against Atalanta—juxtaposed with disappointments in both the Champions League and the Coppa Italia, Cristiano Giuntoli found himself in front of the cameras post-match. Before that, he had made a pit stop in the dressing room to rally the players, urging them not to wallow in self-pity. Subsequently, Motta confirmed his position before the microphones. However, beyond the official statements, assessments are very much underway, as explained by the Juventus sporting director. And therein lies the expectation—perhaps a hopeful desire for yet another executive overhaul that could magically address all challenges—pertaining to Thiago Motta’s future. Currently, his fate with the Old Lady is tied not only to results but also significantly influenced by financial considerations, which are deemed more pressing than technical evaluations. Looking ahead to Juventus' immediate future, the name garnering the most attention is Roberto Mancini. Come April, the landscape could shift, enabling the sporting department greater leeway to make more drastic moves within the coaching realm. After all, there's just the upcoming clash against Genoa on March 29. It's also worth noting that no one within the financial or technical hierarchies can overlook that just three days prior, the majority shareholder personally expressed support for Thiago Motta—a crucial detail that warrants a cautious approach. Indeed, evaluations have been conducted, and direct or indirect communications have occurred through agents representing various coaches. Among the frontrunners is Roberto Mancini, ready to step in immediately, especially as Juventus eyes the Club World Cup and seeks to position themselves favourably for that vital fourth spot, an ambition which Giuntoli may downplay but remains undeniably central to the club’s objectives.