Kaio Jorge makes Juventus Under-23 debut

After struggling to get any playing time under Max Allegri, Juventus have sent Kaio Jorge to their Under-23 team in Serie C.

The 19-year-old was the subject of a bidding war over the summer with Milan and Premier League clubs, Juve eventually snatching him from Santos for €1.5m plus up to another €2.5m in various performance-related bonuses.

However, the striker has made just one substitute appearance with the Bianconeri, coming off the bench in the final minute of their 1-0 win over Torino on October 2.

Allegri sent Kaio Jorge to the Juventus Under-23 side, which plays its football in Serie C, Italy’s third division.

He made a mixed debut today against Albinoleffe, as he saw a penalty saved, but then scored a goal after the restart in this 2-2 draw.

The young Brazilian played 88 minutes before being substituted by coach Lamberto Zauli.

His Juventus Under-23 teammate Koni De Winter was sent off in the final stages.