Juventus suffered a fresh fitness scare when Weston McKennie could not finish their latest training session, leading to concerns that he had suffered another injury.
Injuries have been a problem for the Old Lady during the first weeks of this season, and McKennie could have become the latest player to be sidelined. However, there is now a chance that his problem is not as serious as some fans might have feared.
The midfielder is an important player for his manager, who is relying on him to help the team perform well in all competitions this season. The men at the Allianz Stadium also have some work to do in midfield, a position that many believe is the weakest in their squad.
McKennie avoids fresh injury
Juventus therefore would not want to lose another player in that position, particularly one who has become an important part of the manager’s plans. McKennie’s ability and experience have made him one of the more trusted options in the squad.
However, Calciomercato reports that McKennie did not complete the full training session like some injured players. Thankfully, he is not injured, with the decision taken to prevent him from training with the rest of the team for the entire session because he was suffering from slight fatigue.
That update should come as a relief to Juventus, who can ill afford another injury setback during the opening weeks of the campaign. McKennie will now be able to manage the fatigue rather than face an extended period on the sidelines.
Juventus rely on McKennie
The American has cemented his place as one of the most trusted players in the Juventus team under Luciano Spalletti, so the club do not want to lose him during these first weeks of the season.
His importance is particularly clear given the concerns surrounding the depth of the midfield. Juventus need their established players to remain available as they compete across several competitions, and McKennie is expected to play an important role.
For now, there is no indication that the midfielder faces a lengthy absence. His reduced training appears to have been a precaution designed to manage his slight fatigue rather than a response to a serious injury.
Juventus will nevertheless continue to monitor his condition closely. The club have already dealt with fitness problems this season, and keeping McKennie available will be important as Spalletti looks to build consistency with his squad.
The latest update therefore offers Juventus some welcome relief, with McKennie avoiding the injury that initially appeared possible.