Juventus and Atletico Madrid are in advanced talks regarding a player exchange involving Alexander Sorloth and Nico Gonzalez, according to reports from Tuttosport. Both players have reportedly agreed to personal terms with their respective new clubs, but a final agreement hinges on resolving valuation discrepancies.
Sorloth, currently with Atletico Madrid, has reached an agreement with Juventus, while Gonzalez is expected to return to Atletico. Both players are currently participating in the World Cup, but remain accessible for negotiations. The potential deal is seen as mutually beneficial, allowing both clubs to address their squad needs and financial objectives.
Juventus are keen to finalize a deal before the end of June to positively impact their current financial year, bolstered by their recent Champions League participation. Atletico Madrid, meanwhile, are looking to generate funds through player sales. Initial discussions regarding Gonzalez valued him around €25 million, a figure still subject to negotiation.
The transfer of Sorloth is being used as leverage in the negotiations, with Juventus seeking a discount from Atletico’s initial asking price. It is believed Juventus would aim to pay around €30 million for Sorloth, including potential bonuses, down from Atletico’s reported €40 million valuation. Conversely, Atletico are unwilling to accept less than a €5-6 million discount on Gonzalez’s price, having previously set his buy-back clause at €32 million.
Gonzalez has already agreed to a contract with Atletico Madrid worth €4 million per year until 2030. Sorloth’s potential contract with Juventus is similar, with an additional one-year option included. Both managers, Diego Simeone and Massimiliano Allegri, have reportedly endorsed the moves, envisioning key roles for the players in their respective teams. Simeone sees Gonzalez as a significant attacking asset, while Allegri believes Sorloth’s versatility could be valuable for Juventus. A final decision is expected within the coming days, though Atletico may delay to utilize the World Cup as a platform to maintain their negotiating position.
