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Juventus enjoyed a magical night at the Allianz Stadium, as they put three past Antonio Conte’s Napoli, who were completely shut down. The Bianconeri opened the scoring through Jonathan David in the first half, before adding two goals in the final 15 minutes courtesy of Kenan Yildiz and Filip Kostic.

Nice News / Football Italia / January 21

Thuram and Locatelli praise Spalletti: ‘Double joy’ as Juventus beat Benfica 2-0

Khephren Thuram and Manuel Locatelli praise Luciano Spalletti after Juventus’ 2-0 win over Benfica in the Champions League: ‘He gives a lot of energy from the touchline.’ Juventus secured a crucial 2-0 win over Benfica on Wednesday, which allowed Luciano Spalletti’s side to qualify for the Champions League knockout-playoff with a game to spare.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 17

Spalletti backs Locatelli to keep the Juventus captaincy

When Luciano Spalletti was in charge of the Italy national team, Manuel Locatelli struggled to establish himself as a key figure. During several international windows, the midfielder was largely absent from the squad, with Spalletti opting for other options instead.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 15

How Locatelli won over Spalletti and changed Juventus January plans

Luciano Spalletti and Manuel Locatelli were forced into an awkward reunion at Juventus, but they’re now enjoying a blossoming collaboration. The midfielder

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 31

Sassuolo: Inter approach for Muharemovic, not Bournemouth. Locatelli was ‘already sold’ to Arsenal

Sassuolo director Giovanni Carnevali says that Inter and Bologna, but not Bournemouth, have made approaches for Tarik Muharemovic and confirms that the Neroverdi had an agreement with Arsenal for Manuel Locatelli in 2021.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 28

'Go to the bench' – Spalletti dismissed Locatelli following substitution

An Italian TV correspondent picked up the brief exchange between Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli and his manager, Luciano Spalletti. The Bianconeri made it three on the bounce by prevailing in Pisa on Saturday evening.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 21

Juventus player ratings vs Roma: Locatelli tames the Wolves

In their last appearance at the Allianz Stadium in 2025, Juventus held on to earn a vital 2-1 win over Roma. Francisco Conceicao broke the deadlock before the interval, and yet, the Bianconeri kept pushing for a second after the break.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 20

Locatelli reveals what ‘must not happen again’ as Juventus beat Roma

Manuel Locatelli insists Juventus must not show the same attitude they had in the first half against Napoli at the start of December, and is delighted by the spirit that the team showed against Roma this evening.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 19

A Locatelli-Hojbjerg swap deal is not convincing to Marseille

Juventus is keen to make Pierre Emile-Højbjerg one of their players during the January transfer window, as their manager is understood to admire the Dane.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 12

Will Spalletti’s stance on Locatelli end his Juventus career?

Luciano Spalletti was very clear about the reasons he did not want Manuel Locatelli in his squad when he was managing the Italian national team. The explanation came after his surprising decision to select Nicolo Fagioli for Euro 2024 while leaving the Juventus captain at home.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 7

Locatelli: ‘Juventus are better than this’ after sliding to 7th place

Manuel Locatelli insists Juventus ‘are better than this’ after the 2-1 defeat to Napoli left them languishing in seventh place. ‘We made mistakes we should not be making.’ The Bianconeri barely created any scoring opportunities at the Stadio Diego Maradona, as the Kenan Yildiz angled drive was their first shot on target.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 2

Coppa Italia | Juventus 2-0 Udinese: Locatelli books quarter-final spot

Juventus comfortably secured their spot in the Coppa Italia quarter-finals thanks to a 2-0 victory over Udinese at the Allianz Stadium on Tuesday evening: An own goal from the 17-year-old Matteo Palma and a penalty from Manuel Locatelli sending them through.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / November 23

Stagnant & desperate: Juventus told to settle for B-Level Regista

Amidst the lack of rhythm and creativity, Juventus have been advised to sign any natural deep-lying playmaker they can put their hands on. The Bianconeri have been deploying Manuel Locatelli in this role since his arrival.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / November 18

Pundit says Juventus is not allowing Locatelli to grow

Manuel Locatelli was widely considered a signing that would significantly elevate Juventus. The midfielder arrived with a strong reputation after impressing for Italy at Euro 2020, and his performances at that tournament led many to view him as one of the finest midfielders in world football at that time.

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Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / November 17

Locatelli after Italy humbling: 'We were fragile, qualification is a must'

Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli admitted Italy were fragile in their World Cup qualifier against Norway, as they suffered another embarrassing defeat at the hands of Erling Haaland and company.

Celta Vigo News / Football Italia / November 16

Locatelli: ‘Italy are too fragile, we can and must do better’

Manuel Locatelli admits Italy were ‘fragile’ when crumbling 4-1 to Norway and ‘this must not be our level, we can and must do better’ in the World Cup play-offs.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / November 11

Juventus is considering a swap deal with Inter Milan

Juventus and Inter Milan, two of Italy’s fiercest football rivals, may soon set aside their long-standing animosity to complete an unexpected player exchange.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / November 9

Two Juventus players who could replace Locatelli in Regista role as Spalletti considers changes

Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti could decide to ring the changes in the middle of the park, with Manuel Locatelli set for a new role. Since his arrival in Turin in the summer of 2021, the former Sassuolo star has been operating as a deep-lying playmaker.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / November 9

'Less than 10%' – Ravezzani highlights ‘depressing’ weakness in Thuram & Locatelli’s game

Italian journalist Fabio Ravezzani sheds light on one particular aspect that Juventus midfielders Khephren Thuram and Manuel Locatelli must improve. The Frenchman and the Italian have cemented themselves as the regular starters in the middle of the park since Igor Tudor’s appointment last May.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 4