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Spalletti questions why Kolo Muani hasn't played for two years

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Speaking publicly, Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti raised eyebrows by remarking that there must be a reason Randal Kolo Muani has not been playing consistently for around two years. The comments suggest Spalletti is weighing the French striker's role and availability, with the implication that he may be ready to give Kolo Muani meaningful minutes. The forward, who has been linked with Juventus on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, has struggled for regular starts. Spalletti's remarks add a layer of intrigue around the player's future involvement in the squad.

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Socc360 insight

When a head coach publicly questions a player's recent playing time, it usually signals an internal assessment being aired — either to motivate, to manage expectations, or to set the stage for a shift in selection. Spalletti's remark about Kolo Muani is significant because it hints the Italian tactician sees a player who has been underused rather than one lacking quality. For Juventus, the subtext is clear: if Kolo Muani is to feature, Spalletti appears willing to give him a runway, which could reshape the club's attacking rotation.

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Data source: football-italia.net (via Socc360). Last updated .

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