Juventus face squad crisis after Manuel Locatelli and Jeremie Boga injuries

Juventus is dealing with a significant injury crisis following the news that captain Manuel Locatelli requires surgery for a meniscus injury. Initial medical assessments suggest he faces a three-month absence, though some reports indicate the recovery could extend up to six months. The club is also managing a new muscular injury for Jeremie Boga, who is expected to remain sidelined until the upcoming international break. These setbacks bring the total number of unavailable senior players to nine after just three Serie A matches. Existing injuries to Khephren Thuram, Kenan Yildiz, Jeff Ekhator, Juan Cabal, Pape Matar Sarr, and Weston McKennie have further depleted the roster. Consequently, manager Luciano Spalletti currently has only Douglas Luiz and Teun Koopmeiners available as fit options in the midfield rotation.

• 9:25 AMYahoo Sports — Juventus already in an injury crisis after latest Locatelli and Boga blows