Woltemade targets Juventus: the European race heats up

Nick Woltemade, Luciano Spalletti's striker, has said he wants to earn the Juventus shirt after shining in the Europa League, but at the moment he is still goalless in the league. His contribution has been crucial in the recent European matches, but the lack of goals in Serie A worries the coach.

Loan from Newcastle and integration at Juventus

Arriving in the summer on a costly loan from Newcastle, the German gradually integrated into the Juventus' tactics. His look recalls the blond hair and moustache of the eighties‑nineties. Woltemade has shown that he is not an alternative to Randal Kolo Muani.

Bomber in Europe, challenge in the league

In the Cup he scored against NEC, Celta Vigo and Rennes, totaling three goals in three matches. He also provided the assist in the 2‑2 draw against the transalpine reds. These goals represent an important result in the Europa League.

“Absolutely, Kolo is an excellent striker. He is capable of scoring goals and opening up the field for teammates: he helps me a lot,” Woltemade said after the match against Rennes, adding that the chemistry between the two grows match after match.

The next challenge is Sunday evening against Lecce, a crucial match to break the sequence of goalless games and show that Juventus is not in crisis.