Juventus in crisis mode: eight players ruled out for Bologna visit

Juventus face a testing visit to Bologna, as the race for Champions League qualification heats up with four games to go. Only one point separates fourth-placed Juve from the 'Rossoblu' in fifth, ahead of Sunday's clash.

But Igor Tudor sees himself deprived of the services of eight players for the top-four showdown, hampering his chances of securing a crucial win. In defence, Bremer and Cabal have been long-term absentees for the 'Bianconeri'.

However, with Gatti and Kelly also missing, the Turin side will be heavily exposed in the backline. In midfield, Koopmeiners will be the only absence after Tudor confirmed his injury during a press conference on the eve of the match.

The situation in the attack is no better. Vlahovic, who Tudor hoped would make it at least onto the bench, will be ruled out after he failed to return to match fitness, while Yildiz faces suspension following his red card against Monza.

Milik has been sidelined for the majority of the season, leaving secondary players with the chance to impress Tudor on the trip to Emilia-Romagna. "I'm sure whoever replaces them will do well," the Croatian head coach told reporters.

He added. "The team just has to focus on playing well, without thinking about our long-term objectives. We are missing a lot of players, but I'm sure we will play well regardless. Douglas Luiz has improved a lot, he can help us tomorrow. We are not playing for a draw, we want the win."