Juventus executive voices backing for Spalletti amid slump
Juventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali has given Luciano Spalletti his support after a difficult run that included a 3-0 defeat to Lazio. Carnevali said the club must rebuild steadily and avoid changing coaches whenever problems arise, citing past sporting and financial errors. He accepted that the Juventus job carries pressure but said Spalletti knows what the role requires.
Carnevali, four months into his role, addressed the club’s recent difficulties after Juventus lost 3-0 to Lazio and drew 1-1 with Cagliari. He also spoke while Juventus trailed Rennes 2-1 in their third Europa League match.
He pointed to past sporting and financial errors and a settlement agreement that has constrained the club. Rather than reacting to every setback with a coaching change, he argued for continuity, support for young players and patience, while acknowledging the pressure and scrutiny attached to the Juventus role.
The decision to publicly back a coach may affect Juventus supporters, players and staff by signalling stability during a poor run. It could reduce speculation around the manager’s future and may help younger players cope with pressure, though results will likely shape how fans and media respond. For the wider football public, it may reinforce debate about patience versus accountability in high-profile clubs.