Juventus has confirmed the appointment of Luciano Spalletti as its new head coach, a move that marks a critical turning point for the club as it seeks to rebound from a turbulent start to the season.
The Italian tactician has signed an initial contract running through June 30, 2026, under terms that reportedly include an extension clause should Juventus secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League.
The decision comes just days after the club relieved Igor Tudor of his duties following an eight-match winless streak in all competitions, which left Juventus eighth in the Serie A standings and struggling to meet the lofty expectations associated with one of Italy’s dominant clubs.
In its official statement, Juventus said: “We are delighted to welcome a coach with such expertise and experience to the Bianconeri family. Welcome to Juventus and good luck, coach!” Spalletti, who most recently managed the Italian national team, commented publicly during the transition period, reflecting both his readiness to return to club football and highlighting the magnitude of the Juventus opportunity: “It would be nice for me to get a new opportunity to get back into the game after that.”
Spalletti’s arrival at the Allianz Stadium comes amid significant pressure. Juventus inherited a season of underperformance, a club in need of a clear identity and immediate stabilization.
With his track record—most notably guiding Napoli to its first Serie A title since 1990 during the 2022-23 campaign—Spalletti brings credentials that align with Juventus’s urgent need for resurgence.
According to reports, Spalletti will bring a trusted back-room team with him to Turin. His long-time assistant Marco Domenichini will join as senior assistant, along with Salvatore Russo as first-team coach, Giovanni Martusciello in a supporting role, and Francesco Sinatti as fitness coach.
From the club, the appointment is not only about restoring competitive form but also realigning the club culture. Juventus quietly acknowledges that Spalletti’s mandate is to secure Champions League qualification and rebuild Juventus’s identity at domestic and European levels.
The short-term nature of the contract points to both ambition and risk: success is expected quickly, but the window for failure is narrow.
For Spalletti himself, this role is both a new challenge and something of a redemption arc. His time with the Italian national team ended prematurely after disappointing results, including a 3-0 defeat to Norway in June 2025.