Tudor said: “The absences are known to everyone, Kenan Yildiz will not participate due to suspension, and both Koopmeiners, Bremer, Kabal, Gatti, and Dusan Vlahovic are absent; he tried to train today but could not recover and will miss the match.”
He added: “Despite the absences, the rest of the players are motivated and ready to deliver a strong performance against a tough opponent.”
He continued: “Every match has its importance, but the match against Bologna is a turning point in the race for Champions League qualification; the team has prepared well this week, and I have asked the players to put in more effort and character on the pitch.”
He confirmed: “The coach charts the path, but it is the players who walk it, and everyone must be up to the responsibility.”
Regarding the absence of Turkish star Kenan Yildiz, Tudor said: “Kenan is a talented player with immense potential, and we will certainly miss him, but I trust those who will replace him; there is no celebration for a birthday as rumored, tomorrow there is only a match, and everyone must focus on performance and duties.”
Concerning the shortage in the backline, Tudor clarified: “There are some absences in defense, but I am confident that those who play will deliver a strong performance; we must be at the same physical level as Bologna if we want to showcase our technical quality.”
He pointed out the possibility of relying on a new defensive plan: “Playing with Savona and Cambiaso as part of a three-man defense is a viable option, and Cambiaso specifically has trained well this week and is continuously improving.”
He concluded his statements by saying: “We will not play for a draw; we do not recognize that. We have prepared for the match solely to win, and Douglas Luiz has developed a lot and can provide a significant contribution tomorrow.”
