Locatelli excited for ‘new energy’ at Juventus

Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli expressed excitement for the new Serie A season, highlighting a "new energy" within the team as they prepare to face Parma in their opening match. He mentioned the squad had a productive pre-season, including useful training in Germany, and emphasized eagerness to play in front of their fans.

Locatelli praised head coach Igor Tudor, describing him as "fired up" and distinct from previous managers due to his demand for high intensity and discipline. He noted that Tudor understands Juventus' DNA, providing a solid foundation for the team. Despite earlier speculation, the club retained Tudor and supported him with new signings to aim for the Scudetto.

Reflecting on last season, Locatelli acknowledged it was long and disappointing overall, though Juventus secured Champions League qualification by just one point. He discussed scoring the decisive penalty in the final match against Venezia, calling it a heavy responsibility but expressing pride in contributing to the team's success. He looks forward to new goals in the upcoming campaign.