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Juventus shows potential with new signings ahead of 2026-27 season

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:36 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Juventus shows potential with new signings ahead of 2026-27 season

Summary

Juventus is looking to build on their fluctuating performances from last season as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign. Manager Luciano Spalletti has focused on creating a balanced squad with functional additions like Jhon Lucumí and Guglielmo Vicario, the latter joining on loan from Tottenham. The team recently concluded their pre-season tour, facing clubs such as Chelsea, Inter, and Palermo, where they demonstrated resilience and learning from setbacks. Juventus aims for consistency as they enter the new season, having shown promising signs during pre-season matches.

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Status Watch

•Juventus aims to balance rebuilding with building belief heading into 2026-27.
•Spalletti's additions include Vicario on loan and Lucumí in defense.
•Juventus finished pre-season with mixed results, including a win over Chelsea.
•Team appeared capable of addressing challenges encountered in matches against Inter and Palermo.
•Focus remains on developing a competitive identity and consistency.

Latest Updates

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What they're saying

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In Part 2 of this two-part series, we look at how the squad is deeper, the football is becoming clearer and the expectations are rising. But the real test begins when promise meets pressure.
— Yahoo Sports