On paper, Cagliari should not pose a serious challenge to the men from Turin. However, Juve’s recent struggles and the potential psychological impact of their European exit could give the visitors some hope. Does Davide Nicola, Cagliari’s manager, believe his team can take advantage of the situation?

The defender moved to Tyneside on a free last summer but, with only a handful of games to his name, will end the season at the Turin giants