Juventus emerged victorious against Cagliari at the Allianz Stadium, though the 2-1 result came with a worrying setback. The Bianconeri’s main concern now revolves around Dusan Vlahović, who was forced off the pitch after just half an hour having felt sharp pain immediately after taking a shot.
“Pulled muscle, he’s in pain,” confirmed Luciano Spalletti after the match, raising fears of a potentially serious injury. The Serbian striker is scheduled to undergo initial scans at the J Medical today, with more detailed tests expected at the start of next week to define the extent of the problem.
The Extent of the Problem
IlBianconero report that Vlahović picked up the injury while shooting just before the half-hour mark. He immediately stopped, bent over in clear distress, and quickly signalled to the bench. The forward then left the field with visible difficulty, limping and in tears, replaced by Jonathan David, who struggled to make an impact.
His condition will be closely monitored in the coming hours. Reports suggest that Vlahović felt a strong pull in the leg, consistent with a muscle strain. Should the tests confirm a tear, the striker could be sidelined for at least three weeks. The first medical assessments today should provide greater clarity.
How Long He Could Be Out
Vlahović will definitely miss Tuesday’s Coppa Italia match against Udinese, and is highly unlikely to feature in next weekend’s trip to Naples. Much will depend on the medical results: if the injury turns out to be a medium- or high-grade muscle tear, his return could be delayed until January.
That scenario would force Spalletti to rethink his attacking setup for a challenging sequence of fixtures — including clashes with Napoli, Roma, and Pafos in the Champions League — potentially without his main goalscorer. For now, Juventus and Vlahović await the outcome of the crucial medical examinations.
