Pape Matar Sarr, Andrea Cambiaso, and Weston McKennie all missed group training this week, leaving Juventus scrambling ahead of their massive match against AC Milan this weekend. It’s a brutal blow for the Bianconeri, who are already battling a tough early season with injuries piling up.
Early Season Injury Troubles Not Slowing Down
Seriously, is the injury bug ever going to give Juve a break? The club has been dealing with fitness problems since the start of the season, and now they’ve got three more key players on the sidelines, following specialized programs for minor injuries. Tuttomercatoweb reported the trio wasn’t with the main squad, raising major concerns for what’s an incredibly important fixture. Juventus boasts some of Serie A’s top talent, no doubt, but beating AC Milan demands every ounce of that quality on the pitch. You cannot be without vital pieces in a game this big.
McKennie’s Return Would Be a Huge Boost
The Old Lady’s medical and coaching staff now face a huge decision. Weston McKennie, who already missed Juventus’ last match, would be a massive lift if he could play. He is one of their most reliable guys, a dependable option, and getting him back on the field against AC Milan would seriously strengthen the midfield. Pape Matar Sarr’s situation is also tricky; he’s a recent arrival, and the club won’t want to rush him back before he’s fully fit, even if he seems the most likely to return. The hope is they can at least get one of these guys back, but as of now, it’s a waiting game.
Juventus still has a bit of time to assess their options, and everyone’s holding their breath for some positive news on the fitness front. With other players already out, having Sarr, Cambiaso, or McKennie even partially available could be absolutely critical. They need to manage the squad with extreme care right now, because against AC Milan, Juventus needs their strongest possible squad.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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