What happened: Juventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali told Radio Anch'io lo Sport that changing manager is not part of his plans, calling Luciano Spalletti "an extraordinary coach." The statement came after Juventus fell 3-2 to Sassuolo.
Why it matters: The comments serve as a public vote of confidence in Spalletti following a league defeat. Juventus is already managing a thin squad, with captain Manuel Locatelli sidelined after knee surgery, adding pressure on the coaching staff to stabilize results without him.
By the numbers: Juventus enters the stretch 2-1 this season, scoring 1.3 goals per game and allowing 0.3. Sassuolo is 1-2, scoring 1.7 and allowing 1.7, on a one-game losing streak after beating Juventus.
What to watch: Watch how Spalletti sets up the lineup in the next fixture while Juventus works through its injury list, and whether Carnevali faces further questions on the coach's job security if results don't turn.