Juventus Subsequent Gen supervisor Paolo Montero is reportedly strolling on skinny ice, as his catastrophic begin to his new position on the membership might have reached a untimely finish.
The Uruguayan is a Bianconeri legend who nonetheless holds a particular place within the hearts of the membership’s supporters for his exploits between the late 90s and early noughties.
The 53-year-old returned to Turin in the summertime of 2022 to take cost of the Juventus Primavera facet, and managed to register first rate, if unspectacular outcomes. He was additionally on the helm of the senior squad for the ultimate two fixtures of the earlier marketing campaign, appearing as a caretaker supervisor following Max Allegri’s sacking.
This summer season, Juventus Subsequent Gen parted methods with Massimo Brambilla, whereas Montero earned an inside promotion. However, this selection hasn’t precisely paid dividends, because the younger squad finds itself on the backside of the Serie C (Group C) desk.
After struggling a defeat towards fellow relegation strugglers Foggia, Juventus remained nineteenth within the standings, with simply seven factors gathered from 14 rounds. They’re solely forward of Taranto who had been slapped with a degree deduction.
Subsequently, Tuttosport doesn’t rule out a right away sacking, because the administration has already given Montero just a few alternatives to regular the ship, however to no avail. The Bianconeri are relying on the Subsequent Gen squad to proceed to offer the primary workforce with proficient younger gamers, the likes of Nicolo Fagioli and Kenan Yildiz. Nonetheless, a demotion to Serie D could be a significant blow to the entire mission.
Subsequently, the administration may act swiftly and decisively, and relieve Montero of his duties. The Turin-based newspaper claims Brambilla is the favourite to exchange the Uruguayan, as he stays unattached after leaving Foggia a few months in the past.
The 51-year-old was in control of the squad over the previous few seasons, and managed to steer the workforce in the direction of the playoff spots following a gradual begin final season.