Juventus: Bremer to return as Spalletti eyes Napoli showdown | OneFootball

Gleison Bremer’s recovery process, following meniscus surgery at the end of September, is progressing smoothly. After weeks of personalized training at Continassa, the Brazilian defender is now close to rejoining the group.

Juventus, Bremer nearing return: Spalletti prepares for his comeback ahead of Napoli

For Luciano Spalletti, who is coming off some encouraging signs during the away match in Bodø, this is yet another piece of good news at a crucial stage of the season.

Bremer ready to rejoin the group

According to Tuttosport, the Brazilian is expected to resume training with his teammates as early as next Monday, at least partially. This will be the first concrete step towards his return to the pitch after being sidelined since September 27.

“His recovery is proceeding without any setbacks,” is the word from the Bianconeri camp. Joining the group will finally allow the staff to accurately assess his physical condition and define a more precise reintegration plan.

Napoli-Juventus on the horizon: starting spot unlikely, call-up possible

The date long marked on the calendar is December 7, when Juventus will visit Napoli in a match with strong symbolic value for Spalletti, returning to the Maradona two and a half years after the Scudetto.

With only one week of group training and nearly two months out, it’s difficult to imagine Bremer starting. However, seeing him among the called-up players would already be an important sign and a confidence boost for the entire defensive unit.

Careful management and first rotations before Christmas

Spalletti will have to carefully manage the Brazilian’s minutes, also considering his recent injury history. However, from now until Christmas, there will be plenty of opportunities to gradually ease him back in:

Pafos in the Champions League

Bologna in the league

Roma in the following rounds

A packed schedule that could facilitate a progressive reintroduction.

Towards the new Juventus: a four-man defense becomes a real option again

When Bremer is back to full fitness, Spalletti will finally be able to consider the tactical transformation he has had in mind for weeks: a return to a four-man defense. A project set aside until now to avoid unsettling a still-fragile team, but also due to the simultaneous absences of Kelly and Rugani, which had drastically reduced the alternatives.

Bremer had only started experimenting with the new setup at the beginning of last season, before his serious cruciate ligament injury. Now, with his gradual recovery, Juventus seems ready to embark on the path towards the true technical identity Spalletti envisions.

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