Guido Vaciago, director of Tuttosport, expressed his opinion on the future of Juventus in view of the match against Napoli, underlining the need to confirm coach Maurizio Spalletti. According to Vaciago, many fans, especially Antonio Conte fans, will not accept Spalletti's choice, but he believes the decision is right. The journalist highlighted how Juventus has suffered a degradation due to "trampling on habits and labels" intrinsic to the club and reiterated that changing coach during the season is not a solution, especially after three replacements in the last three years.
Vaciago then analyzed the internal situation of the team, stating that before thinking about a new coach, it is essential to examine the problems that hinder Juve's ambitions. He quoted Giovanni Carnevali, who "scrubbed" the team, and underlined that the players must assume their responsibilities. The defeat against Genoa was described as a "serious lack of respect" towards the club, and Vaciago asked the players to improve their commitment, competitive spirit and dedication to the shirt, in addition to their technical value.
The director concluded that Juventus cannot afford the hysteria of "provincial reality" and that a leap in quality is needed from the players. He reiterated that Spalletti's choice is not an "escape path", but a considered decision in view of the future of the club. With the match against Napoli scheduled, Juve will have to demonstrate that they have overcome their internal difficulties and are ready to compete at the highest level.