Manuel Locatelli: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Report – Arsenal reignites their interest in Juventus midfielder

Arsenal was keen on signing Manuel Locatelli in 2021 after his superb form for Italy at Euro 2020. The midfielder was playing for Sassuolo at the time, and his stock rose significantly after he performed well for the eventual Euro winners, Italy.

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Locatelli basks in winning his first trophy as a Juventus player

Manuel Locatelli cannot hide his delight after winning his first trophy as a Juventus player. The midfielder spurned the advances of several top clubs, including Arsenal, to move to Allianz Stadium.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / May 14

Allegri previews Coppa Italia final vs Atalanta, discusses Locatelli’s replacement

On the eve of the Coppa Italia final, Juventus coach Max Allegri held his pre-match press conference, discussing a variety of topics. The Bianconeri will clash heads with Atalanta tomorrow night at the Stadio Olimpico in Roma.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / May 14

The probable Juventus lineup for Coppa Italia final – Who will replace Locatelli?

Tomorrow night, Juventus and Atalanta will lock horns in the Coppa Italia final at the Stadio Olimpico in Roma. The Bianconeri will have the opportunity to end their three-year trophy drought, while La Dea will be eager to earn their first piece of silverware under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / May 10

Locatelli could play in a different role if Thiago Motta comes to Juventus

Manuel Locatelli joined Juventus following an impressive performance for Italy in Euro 2020 and some fine displays for Sassuolo. After the Euros, he was highly sought after, with Arsenal ready to do everything it took to add him to their squad.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / April 28

Locatelli admits 'bitterness and regret' following goalless draw against Milan

Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli wasn’t pleased with the final result against his former employers Milan. The 26-year-old made a name for himself as a teenager in this fixture – albeit at San Siro – by scoring a stunning winner for the Rossoneri in Gianluigi Buffon’s net.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 27

Player Ratings: Juventus 0-0 Milan – Impressive Thiaw, quiet attackers

Manuel Locatelli posted impressive numbers from the base of Juventus‘s midfield against Milan, who had a couple of impressive performers at the back during Saturday’s 0-0 stalemate in Serie A.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / April 27

Sports judge confirms Locatelli’s disqualification for the Coppa Italia final

Manuel Locatelli will miss the Coppa Italia final between Juventus and Atalanta after a sports judge upheld his suspension. He was set to miss the game due to accumulated yellow cards, and Juventus had hoped a sports judge could overturn the decision.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 25

Scamacca and Locatelli banned for Coppa Italia Final

Atalanta and Juventus will meet in the Coppa Italia Final on May 15, but both Gianluca Scamacca and Manuel Locatelli will be suspended. The showdown is set for the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Wednesday May 15.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / April 23

Three Juventus players risk missing Coppa Italia final with yellow-card suspension

A trio of Juventus players are one booking away from skipping the potential Coppa Italia final due to a suspension. The Bianconeri will clash heads with Lazio this evening in the second leg of the semi-final and they’ll be eyeing a spot in the grand finale.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / April 8

Juventus midfielder Locatelli admits: 'Inter defeat cost us a lot'

Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli acknowledged that the Derby d’Italia defeat to Inter had a major negative effect on the club’s campaign. The 26-year-old spoke to the press following his side’s 1-o win over Fiorentina on Sunday night at the Allianz Stadium.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / March 28

Brighton is keeping an eye on Juventus midfielder

Manuel Locatelli has attracted interest from Brighton, potentially reuniting him with Roberto de Zerbi, should the opportunity arise. The midfielder has been a significant asset for Juventus since his arrival in 2021, following an impressive spell at Sassuolo under De Zerbi’s guidance.

Soccer News / Football Italia / March 26

Juventus man Locatelli ‘perfect’ for De Zerbi at Brighton

Brighton and Hove Albion are tracking Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli, with assurances he is ‘perfect for Roberto De Zerbi.’ Locatelli is one of several players whose contracts are running down and might not be renewed in Turin.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / March 18

From Locatelli to Chiesa: Five Juventus players who are struggling under Allegri

After collecting only seven points from the last eight rounds, saying that Juventus are underperforming would be a major understatement. Despite possessing some of the most renowned stars in Serie A, the Old Lady has failed to beat the likes of Udinese, Empoli, Hellas Verona and most recently Genoa.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / March 15

Club director admits they rejected Arsenal money to help player fulfil his dream

Arsenal was prepared to outbid any competitor to secure the signing of Manuel Locatelli from Sassuolo in 2021, but the midfielder ultimately chose to join Juventus on an initial loan deal.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / March 14

Sassuolo missed out on more money because Locatelli wanted to play for Juventus

Most footballers harbour a dream of playing for a particular club they have supported throughout their lives, and Manuel Locatelli is one of the fortunate few who realised this dream.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / March 11

Zazzaroni and Trevisani argue over Locatelli and Yildiz: 'It’s not as if he’s Messi'

Italian football journalists Ivan Zazzaroni and Riccardo Trevisani had different views when analyzing the situation at Juventus. The Bianconeri are currently enduring a rough patch with the results going south.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / March 11

Italian press ratings for Juventus vs Atalanta: McKennie Top, Locatelli Flop

On Sunday evening, Juventus had to settle for a draw at home against Atalanta despite showing improvement in the second half. Teun Koopmeiners gave La Dea the lead in the first half, but the Bianconeri completed a comeback thanks to goals from Andrea Cambiaso and Arkadiusz Milik.

Soccer News / Football Italia / March 3

Locatelli on Juventus ambition and Alcaraz advice

Manuel Locatelli and Juventus want to make up for last season’s 5-1 defeat when they visit Napoli this evening and he has advice for Carlos Alcaraz. It kicks off at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona at 19.45 GMT.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / February 5

Locatelli rues Juventus approach against Inter: 'We sat too deep, we must improve'

Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli laments his team’s display and overall approach to the Derby d’Italia against Inter. The Bianconeri needed to avoid defeat against their arch-rivals to remain within striking distance in the Scudetto chase.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 4

Locatelli: ‘Juventus need to be more aggressive’

Manuel Locatelli hopes Juventus can be ‘more aggressive in future’ after the defeat to Inter, feeling they defended ‘too deep’ in the first half. The Bianconeri had the opportunity to take top spot in the Serie A standings, but instead capitulated 1-0 at San Siro to a Federico Gatti own goal.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 15

Locatelli charges the troops: 'This is vengeance season, Allegri different from all others'

Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli sets high objectives for the club starting with the current campaign. The 26-year-old joined the Bianconeri in the summer of 2021 and has been slowly but surely transforming himself into one of the most reliable midfielders in Serie A.

Juventus FC News / Tribal Football / December 19

Locatelli admits Juventus players discussing title push

Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli admits they fancy their title chances this season. However, Locatelli recognises Inter Milan are title favourites.

Juventus FC News / The Cult of Calcio / November 9

Juventus and Locatelli Put Pen to Paper on Renewal Deal

Juventus confirmed to have struck an agreement with Manuel Locatelli on a new contract that will last until 2028. The club announced it on Thursday. He’s second renewal in short order following Federico Gatti’s one.

Juventus Hero Locatelli Believes Destiny Brought Him Back to San Siro

Manuel Locatelli returned to Milan as a foe on Sunday night and took matters into his own hands to inspire Juventus to a 1-0 win at the San Siro. The Italian midfielder’s rare strike settled a heated affair in Lombardy, propelling Bianconeri to their first Serie A victory over Stefano Pioli’s side since January 2021.