The bad news that was feared is confirmed: the injury of Dusan Vlahovic It will keep him out of action for at least two months, maybe three. “High-grade tear of the left adductor longus musculotendinous junction” is the diagnosis after tests at J Medical. “I think two or three months will pass,” he said. Luciano Spalletti, presenting tonight’s match in Coppa Italia against Udinese (Allianz Stadium 21pm, Italia 1), and then turning to David and Openda, who will be the cornerstone of the attack in the coming weeks: “I hope they take advantage of this as an opportunity to seize, they are two different players, they can also play together: they combine well.”
The other option for the center of attack is Yildiz: “Yes, Kenan can play as an attacking midfielder.” Regarding a spat with a fan, the former coach said: “The crowd here has a refined palate, and winning isn’t enough. We need to play well and look good, as well as winning, and we’ll try to be just that.”
The formations. Juventus (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Kelly; Joao Mario, McKennie, Miretti, Kostic; Zhegrova, Yildiz; David. Coach Spalletti.
Udinese (3-5-2): Sava; Goglichidze, Solet, Palma; Ehizibue, Lovric, Zarraga, Miller, Rui Modesto; Bravo, Buksa. Coach: Runjaic.
Referee: Fourneau of Rome.
