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Debate at Juventus over Locatelli's replacement in U...

Debate at Juventus over Locatelli's replacement in UEFA Europa League squad

Debate at Juventus over Locatelli's replacement in UEFA Europa League squad

Wednesday 04-11-2026
Sameh Salem

Italian newspaper "La Stampa" revealed that Juventus are contemplating making an adjustment to their UEFA Europa League squad by including Kosovan winger Edon Zhegrov instead of injured midfielder Manuel Locatelli.


This move comes as Manuel Locatelli has been absent for a long period due to injury, allowing the club to take advantage of one of the exceptional substitutions permitted by UEFA regulations.


Zigrova was one of the names considered to replace the team's captain, especially with coach Luciano Spalletti needing additional attacking options during European competitions.


However, the most important development: statements from the executive director Giovani Carnevali later confirmed that Zingrafova cannot take Locatelli's place due to local player regulations, and the choice fell on striker Jeff Iketour instead.

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