In a surprising move, Serie A giants Juventus has announced the termination of manager Massimiliano Allegri, only two days after securing the Coppa Italia title.
The club's statement cited behaviors during and after the Italian Cup final that were deemed incompatible with Juventus's values. Allegri's actions in the final against Atalanta included ripping off his jacket and delivering a sarcastic applause to the referee during stoppage time, actions that ultimately led to a red card.
As a result of his conduct, Allegri received a two-game suspension and a fine of $5,400. The incident has not only strained his relationship with the club but also triggered an investigation by the Italian Football Federation's Prosecutor Office, involving Allegri and Guido Vaciago, the director of Tuttosport newspaper.
This decision marks the end of Allegri's tenure with Juventus, despite leading the team to its first major trophy in three years. The club has yet to announce an interim or permanent replacement as it navigates this unexpected leadership change.
Fans and analysts are keenly watching how Juventus will rebuild and what this means for the team's future in both domestic and European competitions.
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