Juventus' Pre-Season Progress

Juventus concluded their international summer tour with a 2-0 victory over Serie B side Palermo in Perth. The Bianconeri's pre-season campaign has been a mixed bag, with some impressive displays and a few areas for improvement. However, the win over Palermo will have given coach Luciano Spalletti a boost ahead of the new season.

Formation and Lineup

Juventus played in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Francisco Conceicao, Kerim Alajbegovic, and Kenan Yildiz fanning out behind Randal Kolo Muani. This formation allowed the team to showcase their attacking prowess, with Yildiz and Arkadiusz Milik scoring the goals.

Pierre Kalulu's Absence and Federico Gatti's Debut

Pierre Kalulu pulled out in the warm-up and was replaced by Federico Gatti in the back four. Gatti has been heavily linked with a potential move to Napoli, but for now, he remains a part of the Juventus squad. Spalletti praised Gatti's performance, stating that he did "really well and played a good game."

Douglas Luiz's Impressive Display

Douglas Luiz started in midfield and has done enough to earn another chance at Juventus. Spalletti confirmed that Luiz "will probably stay" this season, citing his quality and versatility on the pitch. Luiz has been linked with a move away from the club, but it seems that he will remain a part of the squad.

Spalletti's Thoughts on the Match

Spalletti praised Kenan Yildiz for sacrificing himself for Kerim Alajbegovic, saying that he "gave everything for the team." He also praised Douglas Luiz, stating that he has "undoubted quality" and is "versatile in his construction and through balls." Spalletti took over the Juventus job mid-season, so this is his first opportunity to work with the squad in the summer. He was pleased with the team's performance, saying that they "played with a more confident attitude" and that he saw some positives in the defeat to Inter.

Conclusion

Juventus' 2-0 win over Palermo in Perth has given them a boost ahead of the new season. The team's performance was impressive, with some standout displays from players like Kenan Yildiz and Douglas Luiz. Spalletti's comments suggest that he is pleased with the team's progress and is looking forward to the new season. With a few areas for improvement, Juventus will be looking to build on this momentum and make a strong push for the title.