Former Italy Manager Returns to Management Months After Sacking

Soccer-Spalletti takes Juventus reins with eyes on title race despite sitting seventh

(Reuters) -Luciano Spalletti believes Juventus can still mount a Serie A title challenge despite sitting seventh in the standings, as the former Italy boss explained on Friday why he accepted a short-term deal to rescue the struggling side. Read full story

Accepted eight-mt contract because believe in Juve-Spalletti

New Juventus Luciano Spalletti told his first press conference Friday after his appointment Thursday that he had accepted an eight-month contract with the struggling Turin giants because "I believe in this Juve". (ANSA)

Former Italy manager returns to management months after sacking

Spalleti, about his eight-month contract: "If I were Juventus, I would have done the same"

After an abismal series of results in all competitions, Juventus sacked manager Igor Tudor and appointed Luciano Spalleti as sucessor, who was manager of Italian national team until last June, when he was fired. And Spalleti, a veteran with more than 30 years as a a manager, was given a surprisingly short contract: eight months, meaning, only a season. Naturally, he was asked about the unusual contract, as one could think that it shows that the…

Juventus appoint former Italy manager Luciano Spalletti as head coach

Spalletti replaces Tudor after dismal run leaves Juventus seventh in Serie A. Italian Serie A giants Juventus have appointed Luciano Spalletti as new head coach, replacing Igor Tudor who was sacked after the club's 1-0 defeat by Lazio on Sunday. Spalletti, 66, has signed a contract that runs until 30 June 2026, and reportedly includes an automatic extension clause should the Bianconeri secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League this seas…