5 reasons why Juventus can win a treble this season

Juventus are known to be the free transfer specialists, and their decision to spend nearly £100 million on a 33-year-old player is surprising, regardless of the fact that they are spending it on one of the best players in the world. £100 million for Ronaldo is a bargain, considering that players like Neymar, Mbappe, and Coutinho had even higher price tags on them. There's absolutely no doubting Ronaldo, as he scored a stunning 450 goals in 436 games for Real Madrid, across all competitions. The Italian club have signed world class players on free transfers, such as Dani Alves, Andre Pirlo, and Paul Pogba.

But of course, they must have generated extraordinary profit from Ronaldo's shirt sales. Juventus have been the best club in Italy for the past seven seasons, and this year, they could do some serious damage to the best teams in the world. Here are five reasons they could win the treble.

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#5 Incredible Attack

Juventus arguably have the best attack all around Europe right now, and looking at their attacking line up, they can break the toughest defences with ease. Ronaldo can either play on the left wing, or as an out and out striker. It must be difficult for Allegri to bench Gonzalo Higuain, a player who has always been crucial and is clinical when it comes to finishing. Maybe Ronaldo will start as a left winger, with Gonzalo Higuain as a striker and Douglas Costa on the right, and Paulo Dybala as a pure number 10..

An attacking formation of 4-3-3 would be what most fans expect, as it accommodates all the star players for Juventus. Though Mario Mandzukic, and Juan Cuadrado will be missed.

#4 Pacy wingers

Tottenham Hotspur v Juventus - UEFA Champions League Round of 16: Second Leg

I would prefer Cuadrado and Costa on the wings, with Ronaldo as a striker. This attacking front three can turn out to be the best in the world, if managed properly by Allegri. Ronaldo's aerial ability is unbelievably good, and with Costa and Cuadrado feeding him from the wings, it's going to be a total nightmare for the defenders. Costa's crossing accuracy is perfect, and his blistering pace often tends to trouble fullbacks. Even Marcelo had a tough time keeping him silent during last season's Champions League knock out stage.

Cuadrado is good, and has improved pretty well with time. Now he will be sharing the dressing room with Ronaldo, and as a result, his game and game sense would certainly improve. Though he has not been given a permanent starting position in the first team in Juventus, Allegri may have thoughts of playing him as a starter from next season.

#3 Dominating Midfielders

With the likes of Sami Khedira, Blaise Matuidi and Miralem Pjanic in the middle, Juventus are only getting stronger. And now, even Emre Can has been added to the squad. Pjanic has been linked to a move away, with Maurizio Sarri showing immense interest in the 28 year old Bosnia midfielder. Manchester City are also interested, but Pjanic hasn't released any official statement, yet.

Matuidi is now a World Cup winner, and he has always been a top performer for the Old Lady. His defensive capability is of top class, and he is a versatile player. Either Can, or Matuidi will start with Khedira, if Pjanic decides to leave. Emre Can is a very versatile player, and impressed during his time with Liverpool. He can either play as a centre back, or a defensive midfielder. Juventus have had great midfielders; players who have always given their best of the field.

#2 Strong Defence

Juventus are targeting some serious reinforcements in the attack and midfield, with Ronaldo already in. Some of the players being Lorenzo Pellegrini, Alvaro Morata and Anthony Martial. But in the end, the defence is going to win them titles. Chiellini and Benatia are two great defenders who have performed consistently well for the Old Lady. Though Chiellini is being linked with a move away from Turin, it is less likely that Allegri would let him go. It would be a dream signing for Arsenal if they manage to get Chiellini, but that doesn't seem possible.

Fullback Alex Sandro was linked to Manchester United this season, but recent reports have stated that Mourinho has ended interests for a left back and wants the board to prioritize other signings. Sandro has been in his best form whenever he performed for Juventus. De Matteo Sciglio will be the first choice right back for Juventus, as Lichsteiner has left the club for Arsenal and Daniele Rugani has been linked to Chelsea. He has given commendable performances for Juve and is improving under Allegri.

#1 A tactically-advanced coach

Max Allegri’s coaching philosophies are of top class, and the recent 4-2-3-1 system he has implemented at Juventus is bound to do wonders. This formation is the most likely one, with Ronaldo and Douglas on the wings, and Higuain as a striker followed by Dybala as a number 10. The double pivots in the midfield, Pjanic and Khedira, will offer both attacking and defensive services for the side, with the wingers certainly coming back to do their defensive duties. The fullbacks will participate in all attacks, moving up freely on the wings, with the two centre backs staying back.

Ronaldo as a left winger will not concentrate on crossing, but will cut inside most of the time to shoot or to set up someone. Whereas Costa, on the other hand, will have to dribble past fullbacks and cross the ball as much as possible, as Higuain and Ronaldo possess great aerial ability, with even Khedira being clinical when it’s his day. Allegri will most likely go with the 4-2-3-1 system as this offers both attacking and defensive stability, and helps at taking advantage of opponent's errors and minimizing your own. This formation is more like a 4-5-1 system, waiting for an error by the opposition team. During counter attacks, the 4-5-1 formation will turn into a 4-2-3-1 and eventually a 4-3-3. Ronaldo playing as an inverted winger will be lethal, as his cut backs can totally send the defender the other way. Fast, pacy wingers are the key for counter attacks, and this Juventus side can cause some serious damage to any world class team.