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Soccer · Managers · published 2026-10-15T00:00:00+00:00 · via Get Italian Football News

Llorente backs Conte to choose Juventus over Manchester United

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Fernando Llorente expects Antonio Conte to choose Juventus over Manchester United when he takes his next job. Llorente described Conte as one of the finest managers he has played under and said Conte would be an ideal fit for Juventus. He added that Conte's availability could create pressure on Luciano Spalletti, who needs to focus on Juventus's Europa League campaign and their league position.

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Antonio Conte, who previously managed Napoli, Tottenham and Inter, has recently been linked with both Manchester United and Juventus. Italian reports suggest a United move may be developing, though the article calls that premature. Conte has been out of work since leaving Napoli in the summer.

Fernando Llorente, a former Juventus player, told La Gazzetta dello Sport that Conte’s preferred destination is Juventus. He called Conte one of the best coaches he has worked with, alongside Ancelotti, and said Conte would suit Juventus. Llorente also suggested Conte’s availability could unsettle Luciano Spalletti.

Context

This story may mainly affect football supporters, players and club staff at Juventus and Manchester United, as managerial uncertainty can shape expectations and morale. It could also add pressure on Luciano Spalletti and increase media attention around Conte. For fans, such speculation may fuel debate and hope, though concrete outcomes remain uncertain.

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