Alajbegovic is challenged by Samardzic in Juventus’ Serie A clash with Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium on Sept 20, 2026?
He should travel to Cagliari, having shaken off a minor issue after his international break.
TuttoMercatoWeb reports the Bosnian striker missed Bosnia’s Nations League finale versus Poland due to a physical concern, underwent extra checks Wednesday, trained solo Thursday morning, and doctors expect his return to the squad later that day.
Conceição finally reported, delayed by flight woes, and is now on a tailored rehab plan. González and Lucumí are slated to join later today after duties with Argentina and Colombia.
Here’s Juventus’ injury list ahead of the Cagliari visit.
Spalletti still lacks several starters. Yildiz won’t play until December or January after a broken metatarsal, and captain Locatelli faces five‑to‑six months out post‑meniscus surgery. Grabara’s season ends with a ruptured ACL, and Thuram remains sidelined. In my view, the coach’s depth will be truly tested.
Juventus sit on 10 points, two shy of fourth‑placed Cagliari, and head to Sardinia on Sunday. It kicks off a hectic stretch of seven games in 20 days, including a Europa League tie with Celta Vigo and a showdown with Lazio.