Juventus have moved to secure the futures of two highly-rated youth players, Pietro Salvai and Giuseppe Pipitò, both of whom played key roles in the club’s recent Under-16 Scudetto triumph. The club confirmed that Pietro Salvai, a left-footed attacking midfielder, has signed a professional contract that will keep him in Turin until 2029.
Salvai has drawn comparisons to Paulo Dybala due to his elegant playing style and similar movement, and the new contract reflects the club’s belief in his potential. He is described as a ‘diez’ – a classic number 10 – with a velvet touch and a knack for creating opportunities.
Giuseppe Pipitò, who scored 33 goals this season, is also set to sign his first professional contract with Juventus in the coming days. The club successfully secured Pipitò’s services from Palermo two years ago, beating competition from Roma and Milan for his signature. That move is now being hailed as a successful piece of business by Juventus officials.
Pipitò is described as a forward in the style of Carlos Tevez, possessing both explosiveness and technical ability despite not being a physically imposing player. His goalscoring record has attracted attention from clubs in the English Premier League, but Juventus are determined to retain his services. According to reports, several Premier League clubs had been monitoring Pipitò’s progress with a view to a potential transfer.
Pipitò began playing football at the age of four, initially with Giants Club in Sicily before moving to the Pamela Conti Academy. At nine years old, he was scouted by Palermo, where he continued his development before being signed by Juventus. The club’s swift action in offering professional contracts to both players demonstrates their commitment to nurturing young talent and protecting their investment in the future. These signings are expected to solidify Juventus’s position as a leading developer of young Italian footballers.
Juventus are clearly keen to protect their promising young talents from external interest, with the new contracts serving as a clear signal of intent.
