Due to an injury crisis and a lack of alternatives, Juan Cuadrado had to play almost non-stop during the first part of the campaign.
For a 34-year-old playing a physically demanding role on the right flank, this is certainly no easy feat.
In the end, the extra shifts took their toll on the Colombian’s physical condition and this was noticeable in his performance decline.
So, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport via JuventusNews24, the bianconeri should sign a new right-back who can rotate with Cuadrado during the second part of the season, and perhaps replace him once his contract expires in June.
The first path leads to Rick Karsdorp, who should leave Roma sooner rather than later after the breakup of his relationship with José Mourinho. However, some reports claim that the club is working to reconcile the two men.
The second choice is Danish international Joakim Maehle, who recently moved up the ranks on Federico Cherubini’s shortlist. But Juventus will have to convince Atalanta to part with their versatile full-back.
Finally, remembering Andrea Cambiaso from his loan at Bologna represents plan C for the Old Lady. The Italian is primarily a left-back, but he can also operate on the right flank if necessary.
