Juventus is preparing for their upcoming Serie A fixture against Monza with some significant squad issues. The team’s manager, Igor Tudor, may have to make do without two key players as they aim to secure a crucial victory in their pursuit of a Champions League spot.

Injury Woes for Juventus

Dusan Vlahovic, Juventus’ primary striker, is expected to be sidelined for the Monza match due to a muscular issue in his thigh. The Serbian forward was substituted at halftime during the recent loss to Parma, and his absence could be a significant blow to the team’s attacking capabilities.

Additionally, midfielder Teun Koopmeiners is also doubtful for the fixture. The Dutch player missed the Parma game and is likely to remain unavailable for the Monza clash, further limiting Tudor’s options in the middle of the park.

Kolo Muani Set to Lead the Line

With Vlahovic’s absence, Randal Kolo Muani is expected to spearhead Juventus’ attack against Monza. The French striker was given his first start under Tudor in the Parma match and now has an opportunity to cement his place in the starting lineup.

Reports suggest that Kenan Yildiz and Nico Gonzalez are likely to support Kolo Muani in attacking roles. However, Francisco Conceicao is also pushing for a starting berth, giving Tudor some options to consider in his team selection.

Race Against Time for Mbangula

Samuel Mbangula, who has been sidelined with a muscular injury, returned to training on Friday. However, the Monza match may come too soon for the young player to make his return to action. Mbangula has not featured for Juventus since Tudor took over as manager in March.

As Juventus currently sits in fifth place, just one point behind Bologna in the Champions League qualification spots, the match against Monza takes on added significance. Tudor will be hoping his reshuffled squad can deliver a positive result and keep their top-four aspirations alive.