Juventus are currently facing significant attacking challenges, both in terms of overall production and the individual performances of Dusan Vlahovic. This situation is exacerbated by the absence of key players in the attacking department. Arkadiusz Milik and Francisco Conceicao are the only two players currently sidelined due to physical issues, leaving Vlahovic without proper substitutes since the start of the season.
La Gazzetta dello Sport report Milik’s return from injury continues to be delayed. The Polish striker, who underwent surgery on the medial meniscus of his left knee before the European Championship, is still experiencing pain. Initially, there were hopes he might recover in time for recent matches, with the Juventus-Napoli fixture circled as a potential return date. However, these plans have been scrapped, and Milik is set to miss upcoming games as well. Manager Thiago Motta will likely have to wait until the mid-October international break to have Milik back in the squad.
The situation with Conceicao is less concerning. The new Juventus signing suffered an injury in training after making his debut against Roma. The winger is expected to return to action relatively soon. While he remains doubtful for the upcoming match against Genoa, Conceicao should be ready for the subsequent Champions League fixture against RB Leipzig on October 2nd.
