In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through Italian football, Juventus have severed ties with manager Igor Tudor after a mere seven months at the helm. The Croatian's departure comes amidst growing turmoil at the Allianz Stadium, with the club languishing in a dismal seventh position in Serie A.
A Season Unravelling
The decision was confirmed by the club late on Wednesday, following an emergency board meeting. Tudor, who succeeded the sacked Massimiliano Allegri in March, has overseen a catastrophic start to the 2025/26 campaign. With just three victories from their opening ten matches, the Bianconeri find themselves a staggering 13 points adrift of the league leaders.
What Went Wrong for Tudor?
Tudor's appointment was initially met with cautious optimism, but cracks quickly appeared. Key issues included:
- Inconsistent Form: The team failed to build any momentum, suffering unexpected defeats to mid-table opposition.
- Tactical Confusion: Players appeared uncertain in Tudor's preferred system, leading to disjointed performances.
- Growing Player Discontent: Reports suggested a fractured relationship between the manager and several senior figures in the dressing room.
The final straw appears to have been a recent 2-0 defeat to rivals Napoli, a performance labelled by local media as "devoid of ideas and fighting spirit."
Search for the Fourth Saviour
This marks the third managerial change for the Old Lady since the departure of the long-serving Allegri, plunging the historic club into a period of profound instability. The hunt for a permanent successor is already underway, with the Juventus hierarchy under immense pressure to make an appointment that can restore both results and the club's battered prestige.
For now, the reins have been handed to Paolo Montero, who will take temporary charge of the first team. His immediate task will be to steady a rapidly sinking ship and prepare the squad for their next Serie A fixture.
