The likely exit of Italian manager Thiago Motta at Juventus is on the horizon. Reports indicate that the Italian giants are internally discussing options to dismiss him before the current season concludes, with a decision expected in the coming weeks, according to Sky Italy.

If Motta is sacked, Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli has identified Igor Tudor, the former Lazio head coach, as the possible interim manager through the season’s end. Tudor, who has previously played for and assisted Juventus, recently parted ways with Lazio after a brief tenure and is reportedly in a preliminary agreement with the club.

Quotes say: “Juventus, Thiago Motta sempre più verso l’esonero. Il club è al lavoro per definire la situazione prima della partita contro il Genoa.”

Translation: Juventus, Thiago Motta increasingly moving towards dismissal. The club is working to finalize the situation before the match against Genoa.

Motta’s run at Juventus has been disappointing, following his appointment to replace Massimiliano Allegri. While they are still competing for a Champions League spot, they have faced setbacks, including elimination from the Coppa Italia and a surprising defeat in the UEFA Champions League playoffs by PSV.

Moreover, some players, including Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic and Turkish talent Kenan Yildiz, are reportedly dissatisfied with Motta’s management, exacerbating tensions with the fanbase.

Juventus will face Genoa next week in Turin following the international break, but it’s anticipated that Motta may not be leading the team. Recent matches have seen Juventus concede seven goals without scoring in the last two Serie A games, marking their worst loss at home since 1967, intensifying pressure for a decisive outcome regarding Motta’s future.