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Alajbegovic Substituted Due to Fatigue, Not Injury; Expected Back for Juventus

October 6, 2026Pablo Navarro1 мин

Kerim Alajbegovic, a promising young talent for Juventus, was substituted in Bosnia's 1-1 draw against Sweden on Friday. The decision to take him off caused concern within the club, but coach Barbarez clarified the situation, stating it was due to accumulated fatigue from a demanding schedule. Initial examinations revealed no muscle strains or injuries.

Despite the all-clear from medical checks, Alajbegovic has been omitted from the squad for Bosnia's upcoming match against Poland this evening. This precautionary measure aims to prevent any risks and ensure his full recovery. The 2007-born player will return to Turin in the coming days and rejoin Luciano Spalletti's squad. His condition will be further assessed upon his return to Italy. The club breathes a sigh of relief, anticipating his availability for Juventus.

Alajbegovic is increasingly vital to Juventus, especially with Yildiz sidelined and Boga still recovering. Coach Luciano Spalletti has spoken highly of the young midfielder. Following a victory against NEC in the Europa League, Spalletti commented, "Alajbegovic is a young lad who needs experience. I've seen him play more composed; he's making clean choices on the pitch and demonstrating quality as a player." Alajbegovic is developing rapidly and has become a regular starter on the left wing of the Juventus attack, benefiting from the absences of his teammates. This consistent playtime is crucial for his maturation. He is expected to start again on the left wing in the upcoming away match against Cagliari on Sunday.