Weston McKennie Proves to Be Juventus Versatile Wild Card

Weston McKennie continues to be vital for Juventus under Igor Tudor, playing multiple roles including wingback and central midfielder. The 26-year-old has scored 5 goals and provided 3 assists this season, nearing 3,000 minutes of play. His versatility stands out amid team injuries, though his long-term future at the club remains undecided.

In the 2024–25 Serie A season, Weston McKennie has proven to be Juventus’ most adaptable asset under two different managers. Now playing under Igor Tudor, who previously worked with McKennie during Andrea Pirlo’s tenure in 2020–21, the 26-year-old American midfielder continues to demonstrate his versatility across multiple roles. Since Tudor’s arrival, McKennie has played as a left wingback against Genoa, a right wingback against Roma, and later as a central midfielder beside Khephren Thuram.

McKennie’s value lies in his ability to adjust, particularly important in a season plagued by injuries. While he’s recorded fewer assists (3) than last season’s career-best 10 in 38 games under Allegri, he’s scored more goals (5) in the current campaign and is on track to surpass 3,000 minutes played. Tudor praised him as a “wild card,” emphasizing his utility across formations, although he believes McKennie is best suited to midfield.

Uncertainty remains about McKennie’s future, as Juventus may undergo further managerial and roster changes in the summer. Yet, amid this instability, McKennie’s consistent presence, regardless of position has become vital in Juve’s push for a Champions League spot, something few teammates can match this season.