Juan Cuadrado, the Colombian forward who joined Juventus in January 2018 from Atletico Madrid, has been praised for his defensive contributions during his time with the club.
In the early stages of his career, Cuadrado was known as one of the most gifted attacking players in world football. However, he struggled to find his feet in Serie A and was often criticized for his lack of discipline on the pitch.
Despite this, Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri saw something special in Cuadrado and gave him the opportunity to prove himself defensively. In his first season with the club, Cuadrado made 16 appearances and scored four goals, but also made six assists.
This season, under new manager Maurizio Sarri, Cuadrado has become even more prominent in the team's defense. He has played a key role in helping Juventus secure top spot in Serie A and is considered one of the best defenders in the league.
One of the standout moments of his defensive contribution came in the game against Inter Milan in October last year. With Juventus leading 2-0, Cuadrado stepped up to defend a corner kick and headed it out to prevent Inter from scoring. His goalkeeping skills were impressive, as he saved the ball from going into the back of the net.
Overall, Juan Cuadrado's defensive contributions have been crucial in helping Juventus maintain their dominance in Serie A. He has shown that he can be a valuable asset both offensively and defensively, and is expected to continue making important contributions to the team in the future.