Giovanni Carnevali, the newly appointed CEO and General Manager of Juventus, has effectively cancelled the majority of transfer plans initiated by his predecessor, Damien Comolli, according to reports in Italy. The only player currently confirmed to remain within those plans is Jeremy Boga, who Carnevali knows from their time together at Sassuolo and views as a suitable backup to Kenan Yildiz, who has been officially signed for €4.8 million.
This sweeping change comes as Carnevali seeks to address what he perceives as a wasteful allocation of resources at the club. Several deals previously pursued by Comolli are now considered unlikely to proceed, though Juventus will need to mitigate financial losses associated with these abandoned negotiations. The situation surrounding Moise Kean is particularly complex, as he currently earns €6 million per year; while a sale would generate a profit, finding another club willing to match his wage demands presents a challenge.
A compulsory purchase clause for Lois Openda represents a significant financial commitment, potentially costing Juventus almost €44 million. While the signings of Joao Mario and Zhegrova may appear less substantial, Carnevali is focused on curtailing overall spending that he deems disproportionate to the club’s needs. The new CEO is tasked with reinforcing the squad to meet the demands of manager Vincenzo Spalletti, while simultaneously streamlining the existing roster.
Carnevali’s approach differs from that of previous Juventus sporting directors. Unlike Giuntoli, who immediately excluded players not in Thiago Motta’s plans, and Comolli, who maintained a more lenient approach, Carnevali intends to swiftly reshape the squad. Spalletti has reportedly expressed a desire to focus solely on players who will feature prominently in the upcoming season, particularly given the team’s planned pre-season tour. The summer is expected to be busy for Juventus as Carnevali works to implement his vision for the club’s future.
