Juventus are under pressure to generate €55 million in player sales by June 30th to offset financial losses stemming from their failure to qualify for the Champions League, according to reports in Italy. The club’s new market strategy prioritizes achieving a break-even point, meaning any incoming transfers will be funded by player departures.
The sale of Nico Gonzalez alone will not be sufficient to reach the target, and the club is prepared to consider offers for several key players, with the exception of Kenan Yildiz. Interest has emerged from the Premier League for Khephren Thuram, who has already turned down approaches from Galatasaray and Fenerbahce. Juventus would reportedly consider a sale for a fee between €45 and €50 million, which would represent a significant profit.
Should Thuram depart, Juventus will need to identify a replacement of similar quality who does not strain the club’s finances. One potential option is Stanislav Lobotka of Napoli, although his contract situation and a €25 million release clause – valid only for foreign clubs – could complicate any deal. Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is unlikely to strengthen a direct rival by selling Lobotka for that fee.
Another player under consideration is Franck Kessie, who is available on a free transfer after declining renewal offers from Al-Ahli. However, manager Massimiliano Allegri and the player’s wage demands present potential obstacles. Bremer will not be sold before July, when a release clause of €58 million becomes active, and the club is also looking at offloading players like Koopmeiners, Gatti, and Adzic to raise funds. The situation highlights the financial constraints facing Juventus and the need for strategic player sales to fund future recruitment.
