Luciano Spalletti discusses Kenan Yildiz's readiness for Juventus and Jonathan David's improved relationships with teammates ahead of the match against Milan.
Key points
Luciano Spalletti discusses Kenan Yildiz's readiness for Juventus.
Jonathan David's relationships with teammates have improved.
Juventus will face Milan at San Siro.
Match time is 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).
JuventusMilanKenan YildizJonathan David
Spalletti: âYildiz ready for Juventus, David improved relationshipsâ
Spalletti: âYildiz ready for Juventus, David improved relationshipsâ
Luciano Spalletti explains why Kenan Yildiz does not start for Juventus against Milan and how Jonathan Davidâs ârelationshipâ with his teammates improved.
It kicks off at San Siro at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).
This is a big crossroads for the season, because the Bianconeri know a victory would put them joint third with Milan, but a defeat can see Como and Roma close on them in fourth.
Spalletti explains Juventus decisions
TURIN, ITALY â APRIL 19: Luciano Spalletti, Head Coach of Juventus, reacts prior to the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Bologna FC 1909 at Allianz Stadium on April 19, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
Q&A
Why is Kenan Yildiz not starting for Juventus against Milan?
Luciano Spalletti explains that Yildiz is ready for Juventus but is not starting in the match against Milan.
What improvements has Jonathan David made in his relationships with teammates?
Spalletti noted that Jonathan David's relationship with his teammates has improved, contributing positively to the team's dynamics.
When does the Juventus vs. Milan match kick off?
The match kicks off at San Siro at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).
What can we expect from Kenan Yildiz in the future with Juventus?
Spalletti indicates that Kenan Yildiz is ready for Juventus, suggesting he may play a significant role in upcoming matches.
Related Articles
Sports
Lee sparks big inning as Detroit Tigers salvage series finale vs. Reds
Hao-Yu Lee's homer leads Tigers to victory against Reds
Yahoo Sports··1 min read
Tennis·Recap
Coco Gauff overcomes vomiting on court to beat Sorana Cirstea in Madrid
Coco Gauff battles through illness to defeat Sorana Cirstea at Madrid Open.
Yahoo Sports··1 min read
NBA·Recap
Cavaliers-Raptors Game 4 takeaways: Collin Murray-Boyles provides big boost, James Harden has turnover issues
Raptors defeat Cavaliers 93-89 in Game 4, series now tied at 2-2.
Yahoo Sports··1 min read
NBA·Recap
Barnes, Ingram score 23 points apiece as Raptors beat Cavaliers 93-89 and tie series at 2-all
Raptors beat Cavaliers 93-89, tying the series at 2-2!
Yahoo Sports··1 min read
Sports·Recap
Maryland baseball tumbles in 13-1 run-rule loss to Michigan State in seven innings
Maryland baseball suffers a heavy 13-1 defeat to Michigan State in seven innings.
Yahoo Sports··1 min read
Soccer·Recap
Jenna Clark: âWest Ham Punished Usâ
Jenna Clark discusses Liverpool's defeat against West Ham and future challenges.
See every story in Sports â including breaking news and analysis.
âItâs a wonderful atmosphere, there are sentiments all over the place,â Spalletti told DAZN Italia while looking around at a packed out San Siro.
âItâs natural for the fans to push us on with their enthusiasm and we gladly take on that added responsibility. This evening we have to come here and prove ourselves, show what we are capable of.
âThis is going to be a difficult match because Milan have this approach where you seem to be in full control and comfort, but then suddenly they are breaking through from every angle. So we would need drones hovering above to see their positions in order to be ready for their style of football.â
BERGAMO, ITALY â FEBRUARY 05: Luciano Spalletti, Head Coach of Juventus, looks on prior to the Coppa Italia Quarter-Final match between Atalanta BC and Juventus FC at the New Balance Arena on February 05, 2026 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Kenan Yildiz is again only fit enough for a spot on the bench, while Dusan Vlahovic also returns to the squad after a muscular setback, but the season is over for Juan Cabal and Arek Milik.
âYildiz is fine, he needs a recovery process so is unable to train on the pitch, he has to train in a different way. He only returned to training with us for the final session, so out of respect for the team and also in agreement with Yildiz, it is better to start with those players who had a full week of preparation,â explained Spalletti.
âHowever, he is ready to give his contribution off the bench when needed.â
Jonathan David broke his goal drought last week against Bologna and leads the attack, with Jeremie Boga and Francisco Conceicao in the wider support roles.
âDavid is improving, especially in terms of relationships. Too often in football we talk about reading the spaces and movements, but not enough about how to fit into a group,â noted Spalletti.
âThe players all love him, he loves them, and when you have that connection between players, the ball moves faster and the game gets louder.â
TURIN, ITALY â FEBRUARY 08: Juventus FC head coach Luciano Spalletti looks on during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and SS Lazio at Allianz Stadium on February 8, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
Much had been said in the early months on Davidâs lack of rapport with the Juventus teammates, which had been shrugged off with a joke that it was because he put cheese on seafood pasta.