SERIE A - Dybala still out, Morata likely to start against Saint Petersburg

19.10.2021 23:40 of D.B. TransferMarketWeb   see readings
SERIE A - Dybala still out, Morata likely to start against Saint Petersburg
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After recuperating from a thigh injury, Alvaro Morata might start for Juventus in this week's Champions League match against Zenit Saint Petersburg, according to coach Massimiliano Allegri.

Morata had been out of action since picking up a knock against Sampdoria at the end of last month, but after playing approximately 20 minutes against Roma on Sunday, the 28-year-old is back in contention to start as Juve attempt to move closer to early knockout round qualification.

"Morata is well, he has fully recovered and he could start the match," Allegri told reporters.

Allegri also revealed that Paulo Dybala, who suffered a thigh injury against Samp, will miss Wednesday's match but will be available for the weekend's match against Inter Milan.

"Paulo is working hard, he's not yet restarted training with the squad," said Allegri.

"He should be available for Inter, so will have the possibility from Sunday to get some minutes in his legs."