Juventus finds itself in a unique position as they prepare for their upcoming match against Como. With a short bench, there is a significant opportunity for young players to step into the limelight and experience Serie A firsthand. The Next Gen team is set to kick off their season on August 23, having already exited the Coppa Italia of Serie C. Given this, it’s reasonable to expect that coach Thiago Motta may need to lean on youth due to limited options as the season kicks off.
Currently, Juventus’s squad could feature three goalkeepers and twelve experienced players, along with three younger talents from the Next Gen squad. Goalkeepers Mattia Perin and Carlo Pinsoglio are expected to play crucial roles in the upcoming match, helping to relieve pressure not just on each other but especially on fellow goalkeeper, Di Gregorio, who will be making his debut.
Youngsters Fabio Miretti and Luka Adzic will miss out on the match, and it seems unlikely that Arkadiusz Milik will be fit to play, setting his sights instead on the clash against Verona. However, there may still be room for emerging talents to shine. Players that could soon change jerseys and have recently been transitioned to the Next Gen include Nonge, Muharemovic, and Gonzalez.
This situation creates a golden opportunity for promising players. Those most likely to earn a spot include Mancini, Cudrig, Peeters, and Anghelé, who are all poised to make their mark in the team throughout the season. Juventus is clearly open to integrating youth into their lineup, and this match against Como could very well set the stage for the future stars of the club.