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Di Livio tasks Juventus star to step up and become a leader in the Italy team Juventus has four players in the Italy squad for Euro 2024, with Federico Chiesa leading that contingent. Chiesa was one of the key figures in Italy’s victory at Euro 2020 held at Wembley, and he is the sole member from Juventus who was part of that championship-winning squad. ............. Under the guidance of Luciano Spalletti, Chiesa will be entrusted with significant responsibilities both on and off the pitch. Pundit Angelo Di Livio believes it’s Chiesa’s moment to step up and assert himself as a leader within the Italy team. He said: “Spalletti’s little soldier is Cambiaso. He is a dynamic, generous and quality player. Chiesa is no longer very young and has entered that age group in which he must behave as a leader. Buffon must monitor the Azzurri, ready to give advice. Spalletti? For his way of doing things, his meticulousness, he is a bit reminiscent of Lippi. Two very attentive, precise coaches.” ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-tasks-juventus-star-to-step-up-and-become-a-leader-in-the-italy-team/

Juventus sends an offer to Manchester United for Sancho Juventus is stepping up their interest in Manchester United star Jadon Sancho as they look to bolster their squad. Sancho was in fantastic form while on loan at Borussia Dortmund last season, helping them reach the final of the Champions League. ............. The winger is now on Juventus’ radar and the Old Lady has already sent an offer to the Premier League club for his signature. The report claims they have offered to take him on loan, but they will need help from United to cover his salary. Sancho earns 8.5 million euros per season, and Juve cannot pay that wage alone. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-sends-an-offer-to-manchester-united-for-sancho/

Juventus should not sign Mason Greenwood Some things are more important than talent. ............. Multiple reports over the last few days have identified Manchester United winger Mason Greenwood as a transfer target. Juventus absolutely must not sign Mason Greenwood. The article in the hyperlink I included above includes the words “Greenwood was banished from the United first team for off-field issues.” That phrase is, at best, an understatement of epic proportions. At worst, it is deliberately obtuse, glossing over some horrifying and disturbing stuff. Greenwood was arrested in January 2022 after images and audio recordings surfaced on social media of alleged domestic violence and, in the case of the latter, rape, of his partner. The images were terrifying, and the audio even more so. His actions were heinous. There is no other way to describe them. The fact that he’s even been afforded the privilege of being a professional footballer at this point is, frankly, appalling. The fact that someone at Continassa might be looking to bring him to Juve is equally so. ............. All this is to say that Juventus shouldn’t be touching this man with a 10-foot pole. Manchester United have essentially admitted that they’re pushing him out the door in order to avoid the bad PR. Even setting aside the moral implications of the signing, after everything Juve have gone through the last two years or so, that kind of public relations nightmare isn’t the kind of thing the club needs as they try to kick off their new chapter with Thiago Motta and Cristiano Giuntoli. However talented he might be, it isn’t worth everything that will undoubtedly come with him. ............. I don’t demand perfection. To quote the esteemed Leslie Higgins of AFC Richmond, “Human beings are never going to be perfect.” But in a test of worthiness to play for Juventus, Greenwood fails on every level the instant one pulls up one of those photographs. One needs to be found guilty in a court of law to be imprisoned. You don’t need that to realize entering into a contract with the guy. Mason Greenwood should not be signed by Juventus. If he is, then the Juve way might well be truly gone for good. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2024/6/14/24177333/mason-greenwood-manchester-united-2024-premier-league-serie-a-transfer-rumors-analysis-opinion

Bologna CEO insists Juventus target is not for sale Juventus has shown serious interest in Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna, particularly after securing Thiago Motta as their new manager. Calafiori excelled under Motta last season, playing a pivotal role in Bologna’s qualification for the Champions League. ............. CEO Claudio Fenucci has affirmed their stance by informing agents that their top players are not available for transfer, addressing inquiries about Calafiori’s future. He said: “On Calafiori the desire is to confirm a large part of this season’s squad. We want to move forward with this group which can still improve. We prefer to continue with them, at the moment we have already communicated to his agent that we have no intention of moving the player.” ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/bologna-ceo-insists-juventus-target-is-not-for-sale/

Juventus and Aston Villa making final checks to complete Douglas Luiz deal Juventus are on the brink of completing their transfer for Douglas Luiz, as the Brazilian midfielder appears poised to begin his time in Turin. Juve are focused on enhancing their squad in preparation for Thiago Motta’s tenure as manager. ............. Samuel Iling-Junior and Weston McKennie will move from Juventus to Villa, along with €20 million. Fans have been eagerly anticipating confirmation of the transfer. Juventus and Villa are now conducting final checks on the documents after reaching an agreement for Luiz’s transfer. Everyone is prepared to sign and finalise the deal, which could be completed within the next few hours. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-and-aston-villa-making-final-checks-to-complete-douglas-luiz-deal/

Why Juventus has still not confirmed the transfer of Di Gregorio Michele Di Gregorio has been tipped to become the next Juventus number one, and reports suggest he has already agreed to a deal with the Bianconeri. However, the goalkeeper has yet to sign his Juventus contract, and their fans are eager for that to happen soon. Juve expects him to join on an initial loan deal for €4 million, with an obligation to sign him permanently for €16 million. ............. But why has he not officially signed for the Old Lady yet? The only missing piece of the agreement is the player’s signature. However, they also assure that it will happen soon, as all other agreements have already been sealed. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/why-juventus-has-still-not-confirmed-the-transfer-of-di-gregorio/

Juventus willing to sacrifice midfielder to break Di Lorenzo deadlock Napoli insists they will not sell Giovanni di Lorenzo, and even if he leaves, they will not sell him to Juventus. However, the Bianconeri want to include a player to facilitate the deal. The defender has been one of the best fullbacks in Italian football and informed Napoli he wanted to leave at the end of last season. ............. The Bianconeri are now prepared to include Enzo Barrenechea in their offer for the Azzurri star. The midfielder performed well on loan at Frosinone last season, and Napoli might find him appealing enough to add him to their squad as a sweetener in the move for Di Lorenzo. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-willing-to-sacrifice-midfielder-to-break-di-lorenzo-deadlock/

Juventus is willing to almost double Douglas Luiz’s salary to sign him Juventus is closing in on signing Douglas Luiz and is prepared to offer him a salary higher than the 3.5 million euros he currently earns at Aston Villa. Juve and Villa are in advanced talks regarding the Brazilian midfielder, with the Bianconeri expected to include Weston McKennie and Samuel Iling-Junior in the deal along with some cash. ............. Currently earning 3.5 million euros per season, Luiz is reportedly being offered 5 million euros per season by Juventus to complete the transfer. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-is-willing-to-almost-double-douglas-luizs-salary-to-sign-him/

How many Juventus players are at Euro 2024? Juventus has several players representing the Italy national team at Euro 2024, and the late call-up for Federico Gatti means they now have four stars in the Azzurri squad. The Old Lady has a longstanding tradition of providing Italy’s national team with its top talents, underscoring their status as the country’s premier club. ............ The four Juventus stars in the Italy team (Federico Chiesa, Federico Gatti, Andrea Cambiaso, and Nicolo Fagioli) will be joined by Dusan Vlahovic and Filip Kostic in the Serbia team. Additionally, Adrien Rabiot represents France, Kenan Yildiz plays for Turkey, and Wojciech Szczęsny will feature for Poland in the competition ............ Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-many-juventus-players-are-at-euro-2024/

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How much will Thiago Motta earn as the Juventus manager Thiago Motta has just been announced as the latest manager of Juventus, with the Bianconeri eager to return to winning trophies. Fans were not pleased with Max Allegri’s tenure, which featured a poor style of play and only one trophy won in his final game as their coach, after three seasons in charge. Allegri earned around 9 million euros per year and failed to justify the high salary. ............. The Bianconeri have placed Motta on a salary worth 3.5 million euros per season. This is over 50% less than what Allegri earned, and Motta will aim to perform well and earn a new deal as soon as possible. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-much-will-thiago-motta-earn-as-the-juventus-manager/

“Beautiful, tough and ambitious” Italian media reacts to Motta appointment The Italian media has been reacting to Juventus’ new managerial appointment as they finally close that part of their summer plans. ............. Juve is sure he is the right man for the job, and the Bianconeri have made him their gaffer for at least two seasons. In reaction to the appointment, Tuttosport print edition wrote: “Beautiful, tough and ambitious”. La Stampa adds: “he will have to combine victories and play” ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/beautiful-tough-and-ambitious-italian-media-reacts-to-motta-appointment/

“I assure all” Thiago Motta sends first message to Juventus fans Juventus has made Thiago Motta their latest manager, weeks after firing Max Allegri. The former midfielder was their first-choice target all along, as they never contemplated talking to another coach. Motta impressed them with the miracle he performed on Bologna’s bench, and Cristiano Giuntoli wants the new Juve to perform as his team did. ............. The new gaffer has now assured that he will do his best to make the fans happy and do a great job at the helm. He said: “I am really happy to begin a new experience at the helm of a great club like Juventus. I thank the owners and the management to whom I assure all my ambition to keep the Juventus colors high and make the fans happy.” ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/i-assure-all-thiago-motta-sends-first-message-to-juventus-fans/

‘General agreement’ reached with Manchester United player – €40m may be enough for deal At the beginning of the month, Mason Greenwood was linked with multiple clubs. Benfica, Borussia Dortmund and Juventus were among those said to be keen. ............. Juventus have reached a ‘general agreement’ with Greenwood’s entourage. There’s no specifics mentioned on that but it’s likely to be his approval to the move, and a rough level of salary. The Turin club would then have to negotiate a deal with Manchester United, and today it’s said they want €40-50m. Juventus think that’s high, and they need to sell players anyway, before having a chance to seriously go into negotiations. Therefore, this one may drag on for quite a while before anything really concrete happens. Read more -> https://sportwitness.co.uk/general-agreement-reached-manchester-united-player-e40m-may-enough-deal/

Juventus identify Arsenal defender as plan B to Calafiori Riccardo Calafiori is a priority for Juventus this summer, but a deal may be hard to pull off, so they’ve identified an interesting alternative at Arsenal. ............. Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli has found an interesting alternative to Calafiori at Arsenal, believing Jakub Kiwior could be a strong addition to Thiago Motta’s squad in the Piedmont capital. The 24-year-old Polish defender has struggled for consistent playing time under Mikel Arteta and could leave North London in the coming months. Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-arsenal-defender-plan-b/

Two Premier League clubs join the race for Matias Soule Matías Soulé is being followed by several clubs, with reports suggesting he could leave Juventus this summer. The attacker spent the last campaign on loan at Frosinone, where he was in fantastic form. Juve was happy with his performance during the loan spell, and he even turned down an offer from Saudi Arabia in January. ............. Juve remains open to his departure, and he has attracted interest from Premier League clubs. The report claims that West Ham and Leicester City are looking to add him to their squads, and they will compete against some Serie A sides that are also willing to sign him. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/two-premier-league-clubs-join-the-race-for-matias-soule/

Bologna warn Juventus and more ‘no intention’ of selling Calafiori Bologna CEO Claudio Fenucci warns Juventus, Bayer Leverkusen, Chelsea and other interested parties they have ‘no intention’ of selling Riccardo Calafiori. ............. He has attracted a great deal of interest from the likes of Juve, Bayer Leverkusen, Chelsea, Atletico Madrid and Bayern Munich with his performances at the Stadio Dall’Ara. However, with a contract to June 2027 and Champions League qualification secured, Bologna insist they are not going to bow to any pressure. ............. “We already told Calafiori’s agent that we have no intention of losing him.” ............. Nominally a central defender, he can play as a left-back, a wing-back or even a central midfielder. He scored two goals and provided five assists in 37 competitive games for Bologna this season. Read more -> https://football-italia.net/bologna-warn-juventus-selling-calafiori/

Wojciech Szczesny’s transfer from Juventus now at risk of collapse At the start of yesterday, it seemed Juventus was closer than ever to selling Wojciech Szczesny to Al Nassr. With Michele Di Gregorio arriving as their new number one this summer, it is important for Juventus to sell the Poland international. ............... They are estimated to save over 6 million euros from his departure even if they do not earn a transfer fee, but Al Nassr is prepared to pay 4 million euros to sign him. Juve wants more, and that may become a problem with the Saudis looking to complete the deal quickly. Fabrizio Romano has now delivered an update on the transfer and revealed the deal is currently on standby. He claims there is a problem in the negotiations and that both parties are no longer speaking. This could put the deal at risk and force Szczesny to remain at Juve for another season, even though he would only be their second choice. ............... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/wojciech-szczesnys-transfer-from-juventus-now-at-risk-of-collapse/

Douglas Luiz’s former coach insists moving to Juventus is the right step Douglas Luiz is reportedly close to moving to Juventus from Aston Villa, and one of his former coaches believes it would be a superb move for him. ............. Luiz seems open to moving to Turin, and his former coach at Vasco da Gama, Jorge de Amorim Campos, says a move to Juve would be a great choice for his career. He said: “Yes, Juventus would be the right club for him. It’s at a higher level, no offence, than Girona and Aston Villa, so I think it can aspire to win the scudetto and would play in the Champions League.” ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/douglas-luizs-former-coach-insists-moving-to-juventus-is-the-right-step/

Fagioli ruled out of first Italy match of EURO 2024 While Nicolò Barella and Davide Frattesi are back in training, Italy have ruled Juventus midfielder Nicolò Fagioli out of the EURO 2024 opener with Albania due to a bruised fibula. The game kicks off in Dortmund on Saturday at 20.00 UK time (19.00 GMT). ............ He sustained the injury during the most recent friendly win over Bosnia and Herzegovina and skipped training for a couple of days to work in the gym. Although Fagioli returned to working with the rest of the team today, the problem flared up and it was decided to rest him ahead of the other group games against Spain and Croatia. ............ Bryan Cristante could start the Albania game with Jorginho in midfield. Read more -> https://football-italia.net/fagioli-ruled-out-first-italy-match-euro-2024/

Signing Douglas Luiz will not stop Juventus’ pursuit of Koopmeiners Juventus is nearing an agreement to sign Douglas Luiz this summer as Aston Villa prepares to allow him to depart in exchange for two Juventus players. ............. Juve’s strategy to acquire Luiz while retaining Adrien Rabiot appears to be a robust move for the summer transfer window. However, they are also keen on adding Teun Koopmeiners to bolster their midfield. Despite their focus on Luiz, their pursuit of Luiz does not diminish their interest in Koopmeiners. The Bianconeri remain committed to signing the Atalanta star, handling each deal one at a time. ............. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/signing-douglas-luiz-will-not-stop-juventus-pursuit-of-koopmeiners/

Wojciech Szczesny’s move to Saudi Arabia appears to be on hold This could end up making things complicated. The reality has certainly started to set in: There will be a changing of the guard between the posts at Juventus come the start of the 2024-25 season. Juve have lined up a new goalkeeper and we’re all now just awaiting the official announcement for the man who will take over for Wojciech Szczesny. So what about Szczesny? In what is probably a surprise to some knowing that previous reports had him thinking of going out in a little bit of a different kind of way, Szczesny has looked to be on the verge of a move to Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League and a big pay day to follow. But, according to a report from Fabrizio Romano on Wednesday night, that move is now suddenly on hold due to “problems between clubs” and a potential disagreement between Al-Nassr and the rest of the Saudi Pro League when it comes to signing Szczesny. (The Saudi Pro League recently revoked a rule that has cleared a way for foreign goalkeepers to be signed starting this summer.) It has been reported Szczesny could earn as much as €19 million per season in his proposed two-year contract with Al-Nassr. ............... Now, things are apparently on hold. ............... Maybe the sudden issues relating to the Saudi Pro League side of things resolve themselves and Szczesny can move and Juve have 100% cleared the way for Di Gregorio to take over as their starter in goal. But for now, things are a little murkier than they appeared a day or two ago. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2024/6/12/24177288/wojciech-szczesny-juventus-al-nassr-2024-serie-a-saudi-pro-league-summer-transfer-rumors

Io invece temo che molti tifosi della Juventus (io no) aspetteranno i primi possibili passi falsi di Thiago Motta per rimpiangere Allegri o il mancato ritorno di Conte. Spero anche io nell'unitá e nella maturitá dei tifosi juventini. Giuntoli e la proprietá hanno deciso di guardare avanti scegliendo Motta. Ora siamo in ballo e dobbiamo ballare.

Juventus finally confirm their new head coach! Ex-PSG & Inter star Thiago Motta replaces Max Allegri after impressive Serie A campaign with Bologna Motta joins the Turin giants after a stellar season with Serie A rivals Bologna, where he remarkably secured Champions League qualification for the first time since the 1964-65 season. His inaugural season saw Bologna finish ninth in Serie A and he followed it up with a fifth-place finish, their highest since 1981, thus ensuring their return to the Champions League after decades. ............. Motta told Juventus' website: “I am really happy to begin a new chapter at the helm of a great club like Juventus. I thank the owners and the management, who can be sure of my ambition to keep the Juventus flag flying high and to please the fans”. ............. Juventus, a club synonymous with success and high standards, is looking to rejuvenate its fortunes under Motta’s guidance. The new manager brings a fresh perspective and a proven track record of instilling a cohesive and dynamic playing style. With his strategic acumen and experience at the highest levels of the game, Motta is expected to lead Juventus through a phase of rebuilding and renewal. The club's fans and management are hopeful that his appointment will not only bring tactical innovation but also restore Juventus to its former glory in both Serie A and the Champions League. Read more -> https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/juventus-head-coach-ex-psg-inter-star-thiago-motta-replaces-max-allegri/bltf8066beccf3526e5#cs056bf1824598ef09