Ex-Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Paulo Sousa Linked to Juventus Manager Job
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Paulo Sousa, a former Maccabi Tel Aviv coach, is reportedly a leading candidate to take over as manager of Juventus, which is struggling in ninth place in Serie A. The club is considering replacing current coach Luciano Spalletti, whose future is uncertain despite a recent contract extension. Sousa previously played for and won the Champions League with Juventus in 1996. Other names linked to the job include Stefano Pioli, Simone Inzaghi, and Antonio Conte.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Paulo Sousa, ex-Maccabi Tel Aviv coach, is a leading candidate for the Juventus manager position.
- Juventus is struggling in ninth place in Serie A, leading to uncertainty over coach Luciano Spalletti's future.
- Sousa previously played for Juventus and won the Champions League with them in 1996.
- Other potential candidates include Stefano Pioli, Simone Inzaghi, and Antonio Conte.
- The club's management is reportedly evaluating the situation and may replace Spalletti soon.
Paulo Sousa, who previously coached Maccabi Tel Aviv to a league championship, is reportedly being considered as a candidate to become the next manager of Italian club Juventus. The club is currently in a difficult position, sitting ninth in Serie A after nine matches with only 14 points, and facing increasing turmoil.
Speculation is mounting regarding the future of current coach Luciano Spalletti, whose contract was recently extended. However, Juventus's management and owners are reportedly evaluating the situation and may opt to replace him. The coming days are expected to be decisive for Spalletti's tenure.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Sousa is among the leading candidates being considered by Juventus. He recently coached Al-Ahli in the UAE and has a past connection to Juventus as a player, having won the Champions League with them in 1996.
Other potential candidates mentioned include Stefano Pioli, who is looking to restart his career after unsuccessful stints with Milan and Al-Nassr, where he coached Cristiano Ronaldo. Simone Inzaghi and Antonio Conte are also reportedly being discussed as possibilities for the managerial role.
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