Overview
- Juventus, which announced the new deal Friday via a video address and a club statement, set Spalletti’s contract to run until June 30, 2028.
- Spalletti has lifted the team to fifth in Serie A, one point behind fourth place, which secures next season’s Champions League berth.
- Appointed on October 30 to replace Igor Tudor, the 67-year-old has 12 wins in 22 league matches, along with four losses and six draws.
- Cup results have lagged behind league form, with a Champions League playoff exit to Galatasaray and a 3-0 Coppa Italia quarterfinal loss to Atalanta.
- CEO Damien Comolli praised Spalletti’s positive impact and framed the extension as a move for continuity, and Italian reports suggest the club could pursue significant summer reinforcements.