Juventus risk falling into mediocrity Tudor must act now

Juventus are showing little sign of improvement, while coach Igor Tudor continues to stick firmly to his methods. The upcoming international break could be the perfect time for him to rethink his approach.

It’s hard to say that Juventus are moving forward  because, honestly, they’re not. Six games into the Serie A season, the Bianconeri still look flat.

Even with new players fully integrated, there’s no sign of progress or energy. The match against AC Milan proved that once again.

Right now, Juventus simply aren’t growing as a team. Both in Serie A and the Champions League, the performances look the same.

Christian Pulisic of AC Milan competes for the ball with Weston Mckennie of Juventus FC during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and AC Milan

Tudor’s system hasn’t changed, and it’s left the club stuck in a streak of five consecutive draws. Yes, each game may have been different, but the result has been the same  one point every time, and that’s not enough for a team like Juventus.

Tactically, things aren’t improving either. Tudor seems stubborn in some of his decisions, such as using Pierre Kalulu as a wing-back  a position that doesn’t suit him.

The continued insistence on a three-man defense also raises questions, especially since the current squad might work better with a different setup, like a 3-5-2. Right now, there are no signs of tactical evolution or creativity.

Head coach of Juventus Igor Tudor gives his team instructions during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and AC Milan at Allianz Stadium on October.

The biggest danger for Juventus is becoming a team stuck in mediocrity. With the current lineup and approach, it’s hard to see how they can go much further. Five straight draws have already cast a shadow over the team’s confidence.

The international break could be a blessing for Tudor. He’s made it clear he won’t abandon his ideas, but he must also adapt to the players he has. If there’s ever been a time to make that change, it’s now.