As Juventus prepares for their crucial Champions League clash against RB Leipzig on Wednesday night, manager Thiago Motta is expected to maintain a relatively consistent lineup. However, a few key changes could be in store for the Bianconeri.
Federico Gatti is poised to make his return to the back four after being absent from recent Serie A matches against Genoa and Napoli. Reports suggest that Pierre Kalulu will get the nod at right-back, while the reliable Bremer is set to occupy his usual position in central defense.
Motta remained tight-lipped about his midfield selection during Tuesday’s press conference, leaving room for speculation. Several players are vying for starting positions, including Weston McKennie, Nicolo Fagioli, Manuel Locatelli, Khephren Thuram, and Douglas Luiz.
The attacking unit is likely to remain unchanged, with Nico Gonzalez, Teun Koopmeiners, Kenan Yildiz, and Dusan Vlahovic expected to lead the charge for Juventus.
RB Leipzig are likely to be without Kevin Kampl, Assan Ouedraogo, and Xaver Schlager due to injuries, while Eljif Elmas is also considered doubtful for the upcoming match.
Probable RB Leipzig lineup: (4-4-2): Gulacsi; Geertruida, Orban, Lukeba, Raum; Nuse, Seiwald, Haidara, Simons; Openda, Sesko
Probable Juventus lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Bremer, Cambiaso; McKennie, Locatelli; Nico Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic
