Openda cites Vlahovic as reason for struggles at Juventus

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Openda cites Vlahovic as reason for struggles at Juventus
Summary

Lois Openda, currently on loan at Lyon from Juventus, attributes part of his struggles at Juventus to teammate Dusan Vlahovic. Openda noted he experienced difficulties finding space on the pitch, as Juventus’ tactical approach did not align with his playing style, which relies on depth. He expressed that while he had a good relationship with Jonathan David, the limited opportunities affected his performance. Openda ultimately decided to leave Juventus for Lyon to seek regular playing time and regain his confidence.

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  • Openda on loan at Lyon after a season with Juventus.
  • He struggled for space while playing alongside Vlahovic.
  • Good synergy with Jonathan David, but limited playtime hindered progress.
  • Decided to leave Juventus in search of regular opportunities.
  • Aims to regain confidence and showcase talent at Lyon.
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  • 11:05 AMYahoo SportsOpenda calls out one Juventus teammate for being a reason he struggled
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Lois Openda is currently on loan at Lyon from Juventus after spending just one season on the books of the Bianconeri, and the striker appears to view Dusan Vlahovic as one of the reasons he struggled ...

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