Dusan Vlahovic Nearing Juventus Return for Udinese Clash

Striker Dusan Vlahovic is set to return to the Juventus squad for their upcoming match against Udinese. He is expected to be available from the bench, providing a boost to the coaching staff's attacking options after a period of absence.

In a related context, while the player might aim to feature in the Pisa match, the intention is to avoid placing any physical pressure on him to ensure full readiness. Coach Spalletti views Vlahovic's return as a pivotal element for developing final attacking plays, considering his presence essential for controlling the collective rhythm in the final third and enhancing the team's effectiveness.

This step holds strategic importance given Juventus' ambition to secure a UEFA Champions League qualification spot. This is a goal that Spalletti aims to achieve by relying on a striker with Vlahovic's characteristics, having shown strong desire to depend on him to strengthen his squad in the last January transfer window.

Despite the Serbian striker being marginalized in previous periods by other coaches, including Thiago Motta, the current approach places him back at the heart of the club's sporting project. This comes as he continues to receive a basic salary of 8 million euros, in addition to a loyalty bonus of 4 million euros for this year, before his current contract expires.