Juventus set to secure Locatelli with new long-term contract
Juventus are poised to secure the long-term future of their captain, Manuel Locatelli, with a new contract that will extend his stay in Turin. According to reports from Italy, the club is ready to present the midfielder with a new long-term deal that would keep him at the club until 2030, extending his previous agreement by two years.
The proposed deal, which is expected to be finalized and announced soon, underscores Locatelli's central role in the club's project. The 28-year-old, who joined Juventus in 2021, has developed into a pivotal figure both on the pitch and in the dressing room. His current contract was set to expire in 2026, but the club has moved to secure his services for the long term, reflecting his importance to the team's structure.
This move to secure Locatelli's future comes as Juventus has also extended the contracts of other key figures, including manager Thiago Motta and young star Kenan Yildiz. Locatelli's extension is seen as the next logical step in solidifying the team's core. The Italian international has grown significantly since his arrival from Sassuolo, initially on loan, and has become a mainstay in the heart of Juventus and the Italian national team's midfield.
His development has been particularly notable under the current national team coach, Luciano Spalletti. While Spalletti, as Italy manager, controversially omitted Locatelli from the Euro 2024 squad, the midfielder has since become a cornerstone for both club and country under his management. Spalletti has publicly praised Locatelli's growth and now considers him a key player for both the present and future of the national team setup.
With 224 appearances for the club, Locatelli is already among Juventus's most-capped current players, tying with Weston McKennie. The new contract would see him continue his climb up the all-time appearance charts for the storied club. The extension signals Juventus's intent to build a new cycle of success around a core of experienced leaders, with the 28-year-old captain at its foundation. The deal is seen as a significant piece of business, ensuring the club retains a leader and a symbol of its identity for the foreseeable future.
