Motta sacked by Juventus as new manager confirmed

Juventus have officially parted ways with boss Thiago Motta just nine months into his tenure following back-to-back Serie A thrashings. The 42-year-old who joined the Serie A giants from Bologna had an okay start with the Bianconeri, however, their struggles have reached a new low over the last month as they were knocked out of […]

Juventus have officially parted ways with boss Thiago Motta just nine months into his tenure following back-to-back Serie A thrashings.

The 42-year-old who joined the Serie A giants from Bologna had an okay start with the Bianconeri, however, their struggles have reached a new low over the last month as they were knocked out of the Champions League and suffered Serie A batterings at the hands of Fiorentina (3-0) and Atalanta (4-0).

Motta joined Juventus to considerable fanfare last July, but the Bianconerri’s on-field performance dampened spirits.

With nine games remaining, Juventus are now in a dismal fifth place in Serie A. Under Motta, the Bianconerri played 42 matches in all competitions, winning 18, drawing 16, and losing eight.

Alongside the announcement of Motta’s sacking, Juventus also confirmed the signing of former defender Tudor as their new head coach.

The Croatian’s contract length has not been disclosed.