Former defender urges Juventus to bring back Del Piero | OneFootball

Former Juventus defender Nicola Legrottaglie feels the Bianconeri should appoint Alessandro Del Piero as a club director to give a ‘touch’ of the club’s identity.

Juventus should bring Del Piero back to the club and let him work as a club director, says ex-Bianconeri centre-back Legrottaglie.

The former Italy international spent several years at the club, from 2006 to 2011, crossing paths with some club legends such as Giorgio Chiellini and Del Piero himself.

Legrottaglie: Juventus need ‘credible image’

LEWISBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – JUNE 14: Former Juventus and Italian national team defender Giorgio Chiellini arrives at the airport prior to the official FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on June 14, 2025 in Lewisburg, West Virginia. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Chiellini already has a role at the Allianz Stadium, while Del Piero has never hidden his desire to return to the club one day.

“I believe Juventus need a credible image right now. Giorgio was the club’s captain; he’s an intelligent person, and he’s always gone beyond the playing field,” Legrottaglie told Tuttosport.

“Of course, he’ll need some time as well, but if we go back to values, then I consider the club’s voice absolutely the right one.”

As for Del Piero, Legrottaglie has clear ideas.

Del Piero would be a ‘point of reference’ at Juventus

Alessandro Del Piero looks on during a press conference at Centro Tecnico Federale di Coverciano on June 03, 2024 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

“Well, how could you not think of him? He would be another point of reference,” said the former defender.

“Alex has charisma, depth and a very high level of integrity. It’s no coincidence that he’s in my book, one of the 12 players who represent certain values. He’s the image of gratitude.

MIAMI, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 05: Alessandro Del Piero looks on alongside The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Draw at Telemundo Studios on December 05, 2024 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Brennan Asplen/Getty Images)

“Just the idea of having him alongside Chiellini would bring an important touch of Juventus’ identity. The specific role depends on the internal dynamics that might develop, but it would be the right choice.”

Juventus’ shareholders meeting took place yesterday, November 7, 2025, confirming Gianluca Ferrero as the club president.

Legrottaglie scored 10 goals in 154 appearances with the Bianconeri during his playing career.