Luciano Spalletti praised his Juventus side after their impressive 4–1 away win over Parma. Goals from Bremer (twice), McKennie and David sealed a convincing result that showcased the team’s growing confidence and tactical maturity. Speaking to DAZN after the match, Spalletti addressed his players’ performances, McKennie and Bremer’s praise, Yildiz’s condition, and transfer market speculation linking the club with Mauro Icardi.
On the Numbers
“The numbers are better left aside. It’s more important to evaluate the real behaviour of the players. Statistics are often produced by static phases that don’t truly influence the result. In some moments, nothing happens but it still goes on record. Football is played through sudden transitions and duels — that’s when the real match begins, when anticipation and alertness make the difference in winning.”
On McKennie and Bremer’s Compliments
“If they said that, of course it’s pleasing. But for me, what really matters is having a connection with a team that wants to play and enjoy itself. That comes through the quality we saw today — the ability to stay fully involved in the match’s rhythm and always be ready to take the next opportunity.
Each game is just another step; it’s never conclusive because there’s always another one coming. Players shouldn’t talk about me — the compliments should go to their teammates. This squad can become very strong because of that joy they show when training and the enthusiasm and determination they bring to every task.”
On Kalulu and His Role
“It’s a crucial position to create alternatives and cause confusion in the opponent’s marking and organisation, but it always needs the player who knows how to make the right run. The team must know how to play compact and then stretch instantly — that’s what people mean by ‘vertical football’.
As for Di Lorenzo, I wish him all the best and hope he returns soon. Seeing him twist his knee like that affected us as well. He’s a master of positioning in the half‑space and attacking depth, and Kalulu is becoming very good at replicating those movements.”
On Yildiz’s Fitness
“We were in touch with him during the first half and he said, ‘I feel some pain, but I can make it to half‑time, then we’ll evaluate.’ We trusted him. Now he’s in some discomfort walking, and we’ll assess the situation. The medical staff say it’s nothing serious, so we hope to have him back soon.”
On Icardi and Transfer Speculation
“I’m asked about Icardi and Osimhen — but speaking about Icardi as a player takes me back to a certain period, and that doesn’t mean I want Icardi. Back then there were issues that affected the dressing room, so I had to face them and say certain things.
When you live in a dressing room, it’s as if there’s an open door to the world outside — the fans and those who care about you. At that time, I made my decisions as coach, and he reacted according to those choices.
He’s a great striker and a fine person, but we don’t want Icardi — it’s fine like this. We’re looking for a player with specific characteristics. If we don’t find one, we’ll carry on. We can adapt because, as you saw tonight, McKennie — the one who shouldn’t talk about me — can play anywhere. You saw him inside the box; he’s a real goalscorer.”
