Luciano Spalletti has been named Juventus' new manager on a deal until the end of the season.

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Spalletti has been appointed as Igor Tudor's successor following his dismissal on Monday.

The Croatian was sacked after seven months in charge with Juve experiencing a run of eight matches without a victory.

His tenure ended with a third consecutive defeat as Juventus were beaten 1-0 by Lazio last weekend.

Spalletti has now been brought in on an initial eight-month contract through to the end of the current campaign.

His tenure will be extended if Juventus quali

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