Staff Reporter.
Juventus have sacked their head coach, Igor Tudor, after failing to win their last eight matches in all competitions, the Serie A club said on Monday.
Tudor joined the Italian club in March as Thiago Motta’s replacement.
But the 43-year-old has overseen an eight-match winless run, which has left the club eighth in the Serie A table.
Defeat against Lazio on Sunday was the side’s third consecutive loss in all competitions.
“The club thanks Igor Tudor and his entire staff for their professionalism and dedication over the past few months and wishes them all the best for their future careers,” a Juventus statement read.
Juventus added that Massimiliano Brambilla will take charge of the side for their Serie A fixture against Udinese on Wednesday (17:30 GMT).
The Old Lady are six points behind leaders Napoli, and have failed to win in their last five league matches.
Juventus are 25th in the Champions League group stage table, having lost once and drawn twice in their opening three matches.
Meanwhile Napoli midfielder Kevin de Bruyne is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after significantly injuring his thigh as he scored a penalty against Inter Milan.
The 34-year-old clutched his right thigh after opening the scoring in the 33rd minute on Saturday and was substituted a few minutes later.
The Belgium playmaker was taken to hospital and scans confirmed a high-grade tear.
Reigning champions Napoli, who beat Inter Milan 3-1 to return to the top of Serie A, have not put a timeline on his return to action.
Compiled by Lehlohonolo Lehana.