As Igor Tudor prepares for his managerial debut with Juventus against Genoa, several key changes and similarities are expected in the team’s approach. The most notable alteration is likely to be in the attack, with Dusan Vlahovic set to start.

Vlahovic, Juventus’ top scorer, has seen limited playing time in 2025 under former manager Thiago Motta, who often favored January signing Randal Kolo Muani. The Serbian striker’s motivation is evident, as he returned to training ahead of schedule following the international break.

Tudor has expressed admiration for Vlahovic, praising him during his introductory press conference and previously declaring him the best striker in Serie A. This endorsement suggests a more prominent role for Vlahovic in the team’s offensive strategy.

The formation remains uncertain, with speculation about a possible three-man defense, a system Tudor has employed successfully in recent years. Manuel Locatelli is expected to retain the captain’s armband and might even feature in defense. Other candidates for the backline include Federico Gatti, Pierre Kalulu, and Renato Veiga.

While both Tudor and Motta favor high-pressure tactics and quick ball recovery, Tudor’s style emphasizes vertical passes and rapid counterattacks over possession-based build-up play. The new manager’s first full team training session occurred later in the week due to players returning from international duty.

Juventus will face Genoa without several injured players, including Gleison Bremer, Juan Cabal, Arkadiusz Milik, Douglas Luiz, and Andrea Cambiaso. Despite these challenges, the match represents an opportunity for Tudor to implement his vision and potentially revitalize Juventus’ performance.