Juventus U21 Players Set to Shine Against Lecce
Juventus coach Thiago Motta has announced a young squad for the upcoming Serie A match against Lecce, with nine players aged 21 or under making the cut. This selection includes both established talents and promising newcomers who are set to make their mark on the field.
Leading the pack is no.10 Kenan Yildiz, a 19-year-old who has already made a name for himself in the first team. Alongside him are summer signing Francisco Conceicao, debut goalscorer Samuel Mbangula, and back-up full-back Jonas Jakob Rouhi, all under the age of 21 and eager to prove themselves on the pitch.
Promising Newcomers Making Waves
Among the Juventus U21 squad are players who have yet to make their senior debuts but have been making waves in the youth leagues. One standout is 17-year-old defender Alfonso Montero, son of former Juventus and Uruguay center-back Paolo Montero. With 10 appearances at center-back for Juve’s Primavera side this season, Montero is a rising star to watch.
Another rising talent is 18-year-old left-back Filippo Pagnucco, who also captains the Juventus U19 side. Known for his versatility on the field, Pagnucco has already notched two goals and an assist in Primavera outings this season, showcasing his potential to shine in the senior team.
Midas Touch in Midfield and Attack
In the midfield, 20-year-old Christos Papadopoulos brings his attacking flair to the squad, having impressed with a goal in 12 appearances for the Next Gen side in Serie C this season. Alongside him is Augusto Owusu, a deeper-lying midfielder who adds stability to the team’s play.
At the forefront, 18-year-old Diego Pugno is the sole recognized center-forward in Motta’s squad for the Lecce game. With six goals in 11 league appearances for the Primavera side this season, Pugno is a potent threat in front of goal and a player to watch as he makes his mark in the senior team.
As Juventus prepares to face off against Lecce, the spotlight is on these young talents who are ready to showcase their skills and make a lasting impression on the pitch. Stay tuned for an exciting match as these U21 players take center stage in Serie A action.
