Spalletti talks of unfulfilled transfer window, confirms seven absences on Sunday
The manager didn’t seem entirely satisfied with the mercato, but was serene about moving forward.
Turin, Italy - September 02, 2026 - Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti admitted during a pre-match press conference that the club had not achieved all of its goals during the summer transfer window. However, Spalletti appeared content with the team he currently has, stating that the new additions have improved the squad's overall strength.
The coach expressed no resentment towards the front office for the limited options available in the transfer market, attributing the constraints to the club's financial difficulties, specifically its Financial Fair Play (FFP) issues. Spalletti was pleased with the recent signing of Nick Woltemade from Newcastle United, praising the player's versatility in both vertical and horizontal movements.
Concerning Juventus' upcoming match against AC Milan on Sunday, Spalletti commended the tactical principles of Milan's new manager, Ruben Amorim, noting that the team exhibits quick transitions and an aggressive style that can be exploited. He emphasized the importance of reading the movement to counteract Milan's aggression effectively.
Spalletti confirmed that seven players would be absent from the match against AC Milan, citing injuries and ongoing recoveries. The absences include Kenan Yildiz, Khéphren Thuram, Arkadiusz Milik, Weston McKennie, Jeff Ekhator, Andrea Cambiaso, and Juan Cabal. Despite the notable absences, Spalletti remained confident that the team was still capable of playing at a high level, as they had started their season with two consecutive wins.
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