With Jonathan David and Dusan Vlahovic both in excellent form, speculation has arisen about the possibility of Juventus fielding both strikers simultaneously. Let`s examine how this could work tactically and why it`s unlikely to happen in the immediate future.
Potential Tactical Adjustments
David has made an impressive start to his Juventus career, scoring on his debut and continuing his form with the Canadian national team. Meanwhile, Vlahovic has been equally prolific, finding the net as a substitute in Juventus` first two Serie A matches and scoring for Serbia in international play.
Manager Igor Tudor currently employs a 3-4-2-1 formation. To accommodate both strikers, he could consider two options:
- Dropping one striker, likely David, into a deeper role behind Vlahovic, replacing either Francisco Conceicao or Kenan Yildiz in the attacking midfield positions.
- Shifting to a 3-4-1-2 formation, with Yildiz as the sole creator behind a traditional strike partnership of David and Vlahovic.
Caution in the Derby
Despite these intriguing possibilities, it`s improbable that Tudor will experiment with his tactics in the upcoming Derby d`Italia against Inter Milan. As reported by Italian media, Tudor is expected to maintain his current winning formula for such a crucial match.
The manager is likely to prioritize stability and continuity over tactical innovation, especially considering the high stakes of the derby. Fans eager to see David and Vlahovic playing together may have to wait for a less risky fixture.