Antonio Conte was broadly anticipated to go away Napoli and return to Juventus this summer season following his success in successful the Serie A title. His identify had been constantly linked with the Bianconeri, notably after the departure of Thiago Motta and the appointment of Igor Tudor.
Tudor managed to information Juventus into the highest 4, securing a return to the Champions League. Nevertheless, reviews indicated that the membership hierarchy had not supposed to retain him past the present season. They’d as an alternative prioritised bringing Conte again to Turin and made efforts to make {that a} actuality.
For a time, Napoli had been involved that Conte may ask to be launched from his contract to be able to take the reins at Juventus. Hypothesis continued to develop till it grew to become clear that the transfer wouldn’t materialise and that Tudor would stay in cost.
Conte clears the air over Juventus rumours
Regardless of the widespread reviews and expectations, Conte has now publicly denied ever having an settlement in place with Juventus. He addressed the matter immediately, insisting there was no fact to the claims.
Talking by way of Tuttojuve, Conte said: “No, completely not, I had no settlement with Juventus and I categorically refused.”
When requested whether or not his determination would have an effect on his relationship with the Turin-based membership, he added: “Solely silly folks can go after these items. Having stated that, for me Juventus is, was and all the time shall be Juventus, is that clear? So nobody, as I stated, even with Lecce, will ever be capable of undermine my emotions in direction of this Membership… in direction of my historical past.”
Focus turns to supporting Tudor on the helm
Conte’s determination to not return means Juventus will proceed with Tudor on the bench for the upcoming season. Whereas some supporters could have most well-liked a reunion with the previous title-winning supervisor, it’s now important for the membership to supply full backing to Tudor.
He earned Champions League qualification underneath difficult circumstances, and Juventus should now present him with the instruments and assist mandatory to construct on that success and stay aggressive each domestically and in Europe.
