Manna: Napoli Should Not Underestimate Juventus, Lucca Must Earn His Chance

Napoli Sporting Director Giovanni Manna stressed that Juventus, who are going through a crisis, should not be underestimated. The match will be played at the Allianz Juventus Stadium in Turin at 19.45 GMT (20.45 CET).

Napoli returned to winning ways midweek with a 4-1 victory away at Monza. However, Stanislav Lobotka suffered a serious ankle sprain and will be out of action for around six weeks. Benoit Badiashile, Leonardo Spinazzola, David Neres, Alisson Santos, Costantino Favasuli and Alessandro Buongiorno are also on the injury list. Rasmus Hojlund, who has flu-like symptoms, was not even included in the squad, and Amir Rrahmani will be rested.

Speaking to DAZN Italia, Manna reminded that they have not managed to win two matches in a row this season and drew attention to the importance of the game. He called on Lorenzo Lucca to prove he deserves the shirt in this match, which is a rare chance for him. Manna said Juventus remain a strong team and that they must reflect their own values on the pitch.

Max Allegri is serving a two-match stadium ban following his furious reaction after the 3-3 draw with Roma. Assistant coach Marco Landucci will be on the touchline. Allegri and Manna worked together during Juventus' Scudetto win, and now they are rivals. Luciano Spalletti will also face his former club, with whom he won the title in 2023.