Overview of Motta's Tenure

In a shocking turn of events at Juventus, the club's ambitious project under coach Thiago Motta unraveled in less than 300 days, leading to his impending dismissal and a deep sense of disappointment among fans and players alike.

Motta, who was appointed on June 12, 2024, signed a three-year contract with hopes of steering Juventus back into the title race after a tumultuous time. Unfortunately, his tenure has taken a steep decline, with his expected sacking now looming after just 284 days. Reports suggest that Igor Tudor is set to take the reins as the club seeks to recover from a dismal season.

Early Exits and Serie A Struggles

The situation worsened dramatically as Juventus faced early exits from both the Champions League and Coppa Italia, notably being knocked out by PSV and Empoli. Additionally, the club's current standing in Serie A reveals they are teetering just one point above fourth-placed Bologna, with a troubling recent goal difference—having conceded seven without scoring in their last two matches.

Juventus began the season with a series of draws that lacked the wins necessary to propel them up the standings. Although they suffered their first league defeat on January 25, 2025, in a 2-1 loss to Napoli, earlier victories over Manchester City and RB Leipzig provided fleeting moments of hope. The latter match, particularly, showcased a resilience that seemed to signaling a positive shift. Reduced to ten men, Juventus rallied from a goal down to clinch a 3-2 win that sparked wild celebrations.

Inconsistency Plagues the Squad

However, despite these promising moments, consistency was an Achilles' heel for Motta's squad. The squad managed to secure a win against Manchester City in December, only to follow it up with a disappointing draw against struggling Venezia just days later. They dropped points against relegation-threatened teams like Cagliari and Parma, further highlighting the team's inconsistency.

Internal Struggles and Leadership Issues

January 2025 marked a turning point, with Juventus' run in the Supercoppa Italia cut short by a newly invigorated AC Milan, who had just appointed Sergio Conceiçāo. The fallout from internal disagreements in the locker room exacerbated the team's woes, particularly following the exit of veteran leader Danilo and the puzzling management of emerging star Nicolò Fagioli's playing time. The lack of leadership became glaringly evident with the delayed naming of a captain, eventually leading to a revolving door of players donning the armband.

Frustration among players amplified, with key figures like Dusan Vlahovic expressing dissatisfaction over his treatment. The leading scorer found himself sidelined for much of 2025, catalyzing further discord within the team. A heated exchange during the Supercoppa against Milan underscored the growing rift between Motta and his players.

The Final Stages of Motta's Tenure

As the calendar flipped to the new year, the team's struggles intensified; draws swiftly became defeats. The devastating elimination from the Champions League playoffs by PSV, coupled with a disheartening Coppa Italia exit against Empoli, hinted at an unraveling—Motta's control slipping both tactically and within the squad.

The tension escalated within the Juventus hierarchy after a series of crucial meetings involving management and club ownership. Just a week after management expressed confidence in Motta, the decision to sack him seemed inevitable. The cold, hard statistics paint a bleak picture: his 52 points from 29 Serie A games represent one of Juventus' poorest showings in over a decade, while their recent 4-0 defeat to Atalanta stands as their heaviest home loss since 1967.

Looking Ahead: The Future Under Tudor

Despite infusing significant summer investment—comparable to four years under Massimiliano Allegri—the players brought in, including Douglas Luiz and Nico Gonzalez, have yet to deliver the expected impact. Meanwhile, former Juventus stars like Nicolò Fagioli are thriving elsewhere, further emphasizing the need for a reassessment of the club’s direction.

As Juventus navigates this turbulent chapter, the question looms: will the new direction under Tudor revive the team's fortunes, or are deeper issues rooted within the club that require urgent attention? The saga continues, and fans can only hope for a brighter dawn ahead.