Positive news from Continassa for Juventus just two days before their Champions League trip to face Real Madrid. Both Edon Zhegrova and Fabio Miretti trained with the main group on Monday, raising hopes that they could be included in the squad for the high-profile clash — the third round of the new single-group stage format. The Bianconeri will be looking to bounce back quickly after Sunday’s disappointing defeat away to Como.
Zhegrova, the Kosovan winger, had been sidelined after feeling discomfort in his hip and groin area shortly before that match. The issue emerged soon after he featured for about half an hour with his national team during the international break. So far, he has played only a handful of minutes in a Juventus shirt, but Igor Tudor is counting on his creativity and pace once he reaches full fitness. While it remains unlikely he will start against Real Madrid, his potential inclusion in the matchday squad would still be a positive sign for the team.
A similar situation applies to Miretti. The young midfielder had been out of action since picking up a muscular problem during a summer friendly against the Next Gen side. He has yet to make a competitive appearance this season, but his recovery now appears complete. Born in 2003, Miretti could soon make his return to the pitch, offering coach Tudor a versatile option between midfield and attack as Juventus look to regain rhythm both in Europe and domestically.
