Juventus will face Lecce on Saturday in a matchday that seems favorable on paper, considering the direct clashes in the Champions League race between Atalanta-Bologna and Lazio-Roma. Tudor is tasked with achieving Champions League qualification to hope for confirmation next year, while Conte`s name remains a hot topic as a possible successor if a parting of ways is decided. Regarding the Motta situation, the aftermath of his dismissal lingers, with Giuntoli under scrutiny for choosing him. Giovanni Cobolli Gigli spoke EXCLUSIVELY to Fuori di Juve. The former Juventus President also discussed Chiellini`s potential role in the sports area, Del Piero in management, and Calciopoli.
On the change of coach, Cobolli Gigli has no doubts: `The technical change was necessary. With Motta, Juve would not have qualified for the Champions League. Let`s see what happens with Tudor. The Croatian has strengthened the group and brought back the old Bianconeri mentality. The match away against Roma showed a revitalized team. So, mistakes were made previously, whoever managed the technical side made mistakes, as well as whoever chose Motta. The same applies to the transfer market. Over 100 million spent on players who have not yet allowed Juve to make a qualitative leap. Sales were made to raise funds, but even in this case, the results were not exactly optimal, so there is criticism on this front as well. For example, Fagioli, and Kean himself, who is now worth three times the amount he was sold for. So, I believe there has been a failure by Giuntoli.`
The full interview is available in the podcast.