Juventus Names Squad for Serie A Opener

Juventus manager Thiago Motta has announced a 19-man squad for their Serie A opener against Como, featuring USMNT midfielder Weston McKennie, who has been reinstated after initially being sidelined. Motta emphasized McKennie's value to the team, stating he is a 'useful and functional player' and confirmed that the squad is prepared for the match at the Allianz Stadium. Notably absent from the squad are Federico Chiesa and Filip Kostic, both of whom have been excluded from Motta's plans. The club is still in the process of reshaping their roster after four seasons without a league title, with ongoing discussions about potential transfers. Motta expressed confidence in his team's readiness and highlighted the contributions of newly promoted players like Samuel Mbangula and Nicolo Savona. The match against Como kicks off at 20:45 this evening.