Juventus forward Nick Woltemade has been ruled out of the upcoming fixture after coming down with the flu, according to the latest team news from the Italian club.
The 22-year-old German striker, who joined Juventus in the summer, has featured regularly this season but will miss out due to illness. Manager Thiago Motta is expected to turn to Edon Zhegrova as the direct replacement in the attacking lineup.
Zhegrova, the Kosovo international winger, has been waiting for an extended run in the first team and could earn his first start since returning from a minor knock earlier in the campaign. The 25-year-old offers pace and creativity on the flank, providing a different dimension to Juventus' attack.
The Turin side prepares for a crucial Serie A clash this weekend, with Motta likely to finalize his selection after the final training session. Woltemade's recovery will be monitored day by day, but he is not expected to be risked unless he makes a rapid improvement.
