Xavi suggests Teun Koopmeiners may have a future as a defender

Teun Koopmeiners, who joined Juventus in the summer of 2024, has struggled to find his footing in midfield. His performance for the Netherlands, including a strong showing in a Nations League match, has prompted discussions on his potential transition to a centre-back role. Although successes at Atalanta led Juventus to sign him, his current form in midfield has not met expectations. Sources indicate that while Koopmeiners may not frequently play as a defender at Juventus, his skill set could allow him to thrive in that position in the future.

• 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Xavi gives Juventus a hint about where Koopmeiner’s future might lie