​“I’ll stay there” Spalletti insists he will continue to trust Kolo MuaniLuciano Spalletti has previously criticised Randal Kolo Muani, and when that happened, the media appeared to side with the striker as they felt the Juventus manager was being too harsh on the Frenchman.However, after another poor performance from the team, Spalletti now seems to have the media on his side, while the manager remains determined to support his striker. He has made it clear that he intends to continue trusting Kolo Muani despite his current struggles.Kolo Muani’s fine form during his loan spell at Juve in 2025 convinced the Bianconeri to bring him back to the squad this summer. However, his performances since returning have been disappointing and are now raising questions over whether PSG were right to offload him.Kolo Muani struggling for confidenceThe Frenchman appears to be lacking confidence, and Juventus fans are beginning to worry that their team may have made another mistake in the transfer market. The Bianconeri have struggled at times to find the right strikers, and Kolo Muani’s current form is adding to those concerns.There is still plenty of time for the striker to prove himself at Juventus, but his performances so far have not been convincing. Juve need considerably more from their number nine if they are to achieve their objectives for the season.The pressure on Kolo Muani is likely to increase if he continues struggling in front of goal. Juventus have invested faith in him after what he produced during his previous spell, and Spalletti now needs to find a way to get the best from him.(Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)Spalletti refuses to abandon strikerDespite another poor performance from the team, Spalletti has insisted that he will continue backing Kolo Muani. Rather than distancing himself from the Frenchman, the Juventus manager has made it clear that he intends to stay committed to his decision.Speaking via Calciomercato, Spalletti said:“I don’t know if it can become a problem, but Woltemade has that structure there and he’s strong in his head, you can go and use it. Kolo Muani? I’m on that wagon and I’ll stay, see where I take us. I jump on the bandwagon when I choose him as a striker, now I stay there until the end of the championship. We’ll see where it takes us.”Spalletti’s comments show that Kolo Muani will continue to receive his manager’s backing. Now the striker must repay that faith with improved performances and help Juve turn their attacking opportunities into results.