Juventus have sacked Thiago Motta after less than a season in charge, appointing former player Igor Tudor as his replacement, the club announced on Sunday.
“Juventus FC announce that Thiago Motta has been relieved of his duties as men’s first team coach,” the club stated. ” the team also announce that the team will now be led by Igor Tudor, who will take charge of his first training session tomorrow, Monday, 24 March.”
Motta’s dismissal follows heavy defeats to Atalanta (4-0) and Fiorentina (3-0), leaving Juve fifth in Serie A. Tudor’s main task will be securing a top-four finish to ensure Champions League qualification, which is vital for the club’s finances.
The Croatian, who played 174 games for Juventus, has managed clubs including Verona, Marseille, and Lazio.
