Luciano Spalletti plans early return for Pape Matar Sarr and Weston McKennie

Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti is moving to reintegrate Pape Matar Sarr and Weston McKennie into the squad sooner than initially planned due to a mounting injury crisis. Manuel Locatelli faces a lengthy absence after suffering a serious injury, leaving the midfield short on available options. Sarr arrived at the club shortly before the transfer window closed and was intended to have more time to build fitness. McKennie, who sustained an injury in the season opener, has missed the team's last two fixtures. The club is attempting to manage the physical workloads of both players to avoid further absences as the season progresses. Spalletti must now balance immediate team needs with the fitness requirements of his returning midfielders.

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