At the start of the season, Juventus were envied for their resolute defense by their peers in Italy and Europe. However, the situation changed dramatically following Gleison Bremer’s devastating injury.

The 27 year old tore the anterior cruciate ligament in the opening minutes of the Champions League against RB Leipzig, and the Old Lady’s defense line has not been the same since, to say the least.

With the Brazilian out of action, Thiago Motta is left with a defensive department made up of Federico Gatti, Pierre Kalulu and Danilo. The manager was initially reluctant to take on the role of club captain, but has been forced to do so in recent weeks. The 33-year-old’s poor performances at the back suggest the manager may have had a good point when he decided to keep him on the bench.

Last night’s Serie A encounter against Parma confirmed Juve’s vast problems in defence, who failed to contain Fabio Pecchia’s men who scored twice and could have added more.

The Juventus rearguard also lost its composure, as Danilo’s comments after Parma’s second goal showed. filmed. “But where were you?!”, declared the skipper while reproaching Gatti for his absence.

JuventusNews24 compares the Bianconeri’s stats at the back before and after Bremer’s injury, highlighting the shocking numbers.

When the Brazil international was still healthy, the club conceded just one goal in seven matches in all competitions this season, a late consolation goal for PSV Eindhoven.

On the other hand, the Bianconeri allowed 10 goals in six matches following Bremer’s injury. This includes the four goals conceded during the thrilling Italian Derby against Interas well as the two goals scored last night by Parma.

Therefore, Cristiano Giuntoli and Co. will be desperate to recruit the right profile to strengthen the backline when the market opens in January, as the current situation is hardly sustainable.