Juventus have appointed former Bologna boss Thiago Motta as their new manager according to report from Fabrizo Romano.
The 41-year-old who played for Italy and Juve’s Serie A rivals Inter Milan as midfielder, has signed three year deal until June 2027. He replaces Massimiliano Allegri who was sacked two days after he won the Italian Cup.
Thiago Motta guided Bologna to Champions League last season by finishing fifth in table. He is looking forward to new challenge.
“I am really happy to start new chapter at the head of big club like Juventus.” said Motta.
“I thank the owners and management. They can be sure of my will to keep Juventus flag high. And to make fans happy.”
Thiago Motta’s Career
Thiago Motta’s appointment at Juventus is big step in his coaching career. The former midfielder had good playing career.
He played for top teams like Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Genoa, Paris St-Germain and Inter Milan. He ended his playing career at PSG, he then moved into coaching with the club’s youth team.
Thiago Motta then joined the backroom staff at Genoa. He got some experience before he became head coach at Spezia.
His good work at Bologna where he finished fifth and got the Champions League qualification caught eye of Juventus.
Juventus a big club with big history and big expectations. It wants to get back to top of Italian football. The management thinks Motta’s ambition and tactical knowledge will help achieve this goal.
“I am really happy to start new chapter at head of big club like Juventus” said Motta again. “I thank and I will do my best”.
As Motta takes over Juventus, fans hope his fresh eyes and proven record will bring success. The three year deal means club is confident he can take team to new heights.
Motta’s appointment is seen as clever move. He will bring new energy. He will bring ideas to team. He will build on Juventus’ legacy. This will give fans some entertainment.
