Juventus head coach Igor Tudor will look to mirror his Inter counterpart Cristian Chivu in his formation in Saturday’s Derby d’Italia clash between the two sides.

According to reports from Tuttosport, Tudor’s side will employ a more-flat 3-5-2 formation.

The system aims to pack the midfield and control the game in the middle of the park.

Dutch midfielder Teun Koopmeiners will join Bianconeri team and will move onto the same line as Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram.

The former Atalanta man will also be able to push further forward if the coach requires it.

Tudor Puts Faith In 3-5-2 Against Chivu In Juventus vs Inter Milan Derby

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TURIN, ITALY – AUGUST 24: Francisco Conceicao of Juventus looks on during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Parma Calcio 1913 at Allianz Stadium on August 24, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

Furthermore, the reports claim that Tudor’s tactical choice is fuelled by Inter’s struggles against Udinese.

The Udine side deployed a flat 3-5-2 against the Nerazzurri.

Therefore, they were able to come away from San Siro with a precious three points.

Inter lost the game 2-1, after struggling to convert their possession into genuine chances.

Tudor will take satisfaction from this and will set up his Juventus side in a similar fashion.