Juventus sack Thiago Motta and appoint Igor Tudor as replacement | OneFootball

Juventus have confirmed the departure of head coach Thiago Motta, and the arrival of Igor Tudor as his replacement.

Motta succeeded Massimiliano Allegri last summer after steering Bologna to Champions League qualification for the first time in almost 60 years.

But the 42-year-old has left his post due to a difficult campaign in which his side have failed to mount a serious challenge for the Scudetto by languishing in fifth.

In an official statement, Juventus said: "The club would like to thank Thiago Motta and all of his staff for their professionalism and for the work they have carried out in recent months with passion and dedication. The club wish them the best of luck for the future."

"Juventus FC also announce that the Men’s First Team will now be led by Igor Tudor, who will take charge of his first training session tomorrow, Monday, 24 March."

The former defender made 174 appearances for the Old Lady, and has Serie A experience having managed both Udinese and Lazio.

His first game in charge will take place on Saturday when Juventus take on Genoa.

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