What Juventus-linked Thiago Motta said about his Bologna future

Thiago Motta celebrates at Bologna last season. (Photo Credit: Imago)

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Despite guiding Bologna to the Champions League, Thiago Motta is reportedly close to a Juventus move (Credit: Imago)

What Juventus-linked Thiago Motta said about his Bologna future

Seye Omidiora 06:01 - 21.05.2024

Motta is the front-runner to replace the sacked Massimiliano Allegri in Turin.

Bologna boss Thiago Motta refused to clarify his future in Reggio Emilia after Monday’s rip-roaring 3-3 draw with Juventus

Bologna vs Juventus

A Riccardo Calafiori brace and Santiago Castro header put the Rossoblu 3-0 ahead, but the Old Lady netted three times in eight minutes through Federico Chiesa, Arkadiusz Milik and Kenan Yildiz to peg the hosts back at Stadio Dall'Ara. 

The result puts Bologna level with Juventus on 68 points heading into the final day, with the third-placed side securing Champions League qualification for the first time under the 2010 winner with Inter

However, they may have to make do without the Argentine. 

What Motta said about Juventus rumours, Bologna stay

Motta is expected to leave for Juventus at the season’s culmination, underlined by reports pointing to a meeting between the Bianconeri and the Bologna boss. 

Juventus sacked Massimiliano Allegri for his behaviour after the club’s Coppa Italia success, and the former Inter midfielder is likely to replace the departed Italian. 

Thiago Motta
Thiago Motta and Juventus' interim manager Montero after Monday's Serie A meeting (Credit: Imago)

“We will talk about the future with the President and what we decide will be announced together, said a coy Motta to DAZN. “This is the moment to celebrate and continue with this positive energy.

“We had a great season, we created a wonderful group where everyone gives their contribution, ensuring the team can play this way and get these results. This is a day of great celebration for Bologna and we must enjoy it all together.”

Bologna will be assured of a higher Serie A finish than Juventus by matching the Old Lady’s result on the final day, even if they could slide to fourth if Atalanta with their games.