Source:REUTERS/Alberto Lingria
[Saba Sports News] Juventus officially announced the appointment of 66-year-old former Italian national team coach Luciano Spalletti as the club’s new manager, with a contract until June 30, 2026. Notably, one of the most controversial points surrounding Spalletti is his emotional connection to Napoli – he led the team to his only Serie A title, ending a long-awaited league triumph since the Diego Maradona era, and even commemorated the achievement with a tattoo of the Scudetto badge and the number 3. Some believe this could be a potential obstacle in his role as manager of rival Juventus. Juventus fans have now voiced their opinions. Outside the Continassa training base, gathered fans told the media that they suggest Spalletti get a “J” tattoo representing Juventus. Former Juventus general manager Luciano Moggi addressed the issue in a media interview, stating, “These circulating claims are nonsense. A professional coach should naturally be passionate about the team he coaches. The fact that he once cheered for Napoli is not something to be criticized.”