Page 4 | Yildiz: Montella’s Masterplan Revealed! What’s Behind Motta’s Omission and the Premier League’s Shining Spotlight?

At the heart of Juventus’ strategy lies Kenan Yildiz, and what a journey it has been! It’s a tale from last summer, not an age away: a five-year renewal replete with a generous pay rise, the coveted number 10 shirt draped across his shoulders, and lofty expectations swirling around him. Yet, despite this promising setup, the young playmaker has slowly faded from the spotlight under Thiago Motta’s management. But with the national team break, the tables have turned. Forcing a change in attire from Juventus’ black and white to the vibrant red of Turkey, Yildiz has suddenly re-emerged as a central figure. Vincenzo Montella, the Italian national coach, has made it abundantly clear that he sees Yildiz as pivotal to his plans. In last night’s match against Hungary, he opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, situating Yildiz right in the thick of the action as a central attacking midfielder. Throughout the full 90 minutes, he exhibited the flair needed for such an important clash, which had implications for the Nations League. This was a glaring contrast from just four short days ago at Franchi, where the lad sat on the bench for the entire Serie A encounter against Fiorentina, despite the match’s turning point that might have warranted his inclusion on the field. Curiously enough, that very match marked the first time he hadn’t graced the pitch in any of Juventus’ 41 previous fixtures this season. It raises eyebrows, especially as Motta seemed keen to lean towards players more in line with his tactical vision at a time of need.       © RIPRODUZIONE RISERVATA