What Antonio Conte wants amidst Juventus interest in his return | OneFootball

Antonio Conte has once again been linked with a return to Juventus as the Bianconeri continue to endure a difficult start to the season. The former Juventus boss remains a familiar name whenever the club faces uncertainty over its manager.

A manager is often judged by his latest results, meaning Luciano Spalletti could find himself under increasing pressure if Juventus fail to improve in their upcoming Serie A games. The club considers him a top manager and would like to give him time, but that patience depends on the team producing important performances.

Spalletti therefore needs his players to raise their level and deliver better results, although the 5-0 win over NEC last night will have eased some pressure.

Conte Waits For The Right Project

Conte is currently taking a break from football after resigning from his position as Napoli coach at the end of last season. He is expected to return to management, and Juventus could be an appealing destination given his previous connection with the club.

A return to Turin could be difficult for Conte to reject if the opportunity emerges at the right moment. Juventus could therefore make an approach for their former manager if they decide that Spalletti can no longer continue in the role.

However, Football Italia has revealed that Conte is waiting for the right project before deciding on his next move. That means Juventus would need to convince him that their plans match his ambitions before any return could become possible.

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Manchester United Also Linked

Conte has also been linked with Manchester United, giving Juventus another reason to remain cautious about their chances of bringing him back. The former Chelsea boss has options and may not be prepared to accept the first opportunity that becomes available.

If Juventus decide that a managerial change is required, the club could consider Conte as a familiar option. However, they may need to act quickly if they want to explore the possibility of bringing him back to the Bianconeri.

For now, Spalletti remains in charge and Juventus will be hoping that improved performances can ease the pressure surrounding the team. Conte, meanwhile, continues to wait for the right project before returning to the touchline.