Juventus are looking to significantly reshape their squad under new manager Luciano Spalletti, with a number of players identified as potential departures, according to reports in Gazzetta dello Sport. The club is aiming to reduce its wage bill and create space for new signings who better fit Spalletti’s tactical vision.
The need to streamline the squad stems from several players having financially demanding contracts that are proving difficult to manage, particularly given the club’s current economic situation. Juventus’s sporting director, Giovanni Carnevali, along with Massara and Ottolini, are reportedly targeting a reduction in the squad size by the end of July, though some sales may extend into August.
A potential lineup of players currently considered for sale has been reported, suggesting a 4-2-3-1 formation featuring Marco Di Gregorio in goal. The defensive line could include Joao Mario, Federico Gatti, Timothée Kelly, and Franco Cabal.
In midfield, the club is potentially looking to move on Koopmeiners and Arthur, while the attacking options listed include Nico Gonzalez, Zhegrova, and potentially either Openda or Arkadiusz Milik. The report does not indicate concrete offers or destinations for any of these players, but highlights them as being surplus to requirements.
Di Gregorio recently concluded a successful season with Monza, establishing himself as a reliable Serie A goalkeeper. Joao Mario has been a consistent performer for Juventus, though his role has become less defined. Gatti, Kelly and Cabal have all seen limited playing time and are seen as expendable. Arthur’s time at Juventus has been hampered by injuries, limiting his impact. Gonzalez and Zhegrova have struggled to establish themselves as key players, while the future of both Openda and Milik remains uncertain.
The planned departures would free up funds and allow Juventus to pursue targets identified by Spalletti, potentially strengthening key areas of the pitch and improving the overall balance of the squad. This reshaping of the squad is expected to be a key focus for Juventus throughout the remainder of the transfer window.
