Nick Woltemade is set for his first Juventus start | OneFootball

Nick Woltemade has made two appearances for Juventus since joining them on loan from Newcastle United, and the German is now set to make his first start of the season for the Bianconeri.

Juventus believe he offers a different profile to Randal Kolo Muani and can give the team qualities that the Frenchman cannot provide. The club will hope Woltemade can demonstrate those qualities as he receives a greater opportunity to establish himself.

The striker was one of Newcastle’s top players, but after making a fine start to his spell with the club last season, his goals have dried up. He has not scored since May, while before that he had failed to find the net since February. As a result, he has scored just two goals for any club since that time.

Juventus hope Woltemade can rediscover form

This is not the form expected from a player who is enjoying great confidence, and Woltemade will need to rediscover his scoring touch if he is to start finding the net regularly again.

Juventus are therefore doing their best to help the striker regain his confidence and return to scoring form. Giving him more playing time could be an important part of that process, particularly as the club continue to assess what he can offer their attack.

Woltemade now has an opportunity to make a stronger impression after his first two appearances. A starting role would give him more time to influence the match and potentially provide the confidence boost he needs.

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Woltemade set for first start

According to Tuttojuve, Luciano Spalletti will hand Woltemade a start in the Europa League this week against NEC.

The German will be looking to take advantage of the opportunity and prove that he can become a very important player for Juventus. A strong performance could help him build momentum and convince Spalletti that he deserves more regular opportunities.

For Woltemade, the upcoming fixture represents an important chance to put his recent goal-scoring struggles behind him. Juventus will hope the opportunity allows him to rediscover his confidence and begin making a greater contribution to the team.