Spalletti emphasizes need for balance ahead of Parma match

Juventus faces Parma at the Allianz Stadium on August 29 in their second Serie A match of the 2026/27 season. Coach Luciano Spalletti highlighted the importance of playing balanced, attacking football while managing squad fitness concerns, including Kenan Yildiz's unavailability and Weston McKennie's fatigue. Spalletti expressed confidence in Kolo Muani's ability to contribute significantly despite limited recent play and praised young player Kerim Alajbegovic's potential. He also mentioned ongoing discussions about Franck Kessie’s possible arrival amid Financial Fair Play constraints, emphasizing Juventus' need to maintain a high standard.

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