Venezia have expressed interest in signing defender Juan Jesus following his departure from Napoli, according to Tuttosport. The newly promoted Serie A side are seeking to bolster their defensive options ahead of the upcoming season and view the experienced Brazilian as a potential reinforcement. Jesus became a free agent after his contract with Napoli expired.
Juan Jesus spent the last three seasons with Napoli, making over 80 appearances in all competitions and playing a role in their Serie A title win in the 2022-23 campaign. While he was a consistent performer, Napoli did not offer him a contract extension, allowing him to explore other opportunities. He previously played for Roma, Inter Milan, and Fiorentina in Italy, demonstrating a long history within the league.
Venezia, back in Serie A after a two-year absence, are aiming to build a competitive squad capable of maintaining their top-flight status. The club are reportedly conducting exploratory talks with Jesus’ representatives to assess his availability and potential wage demands. Signing a player of his experience on a free transfer would represent a significant coup for Venezia.
At this stage, no formal negotiations have begun, but Tuttosport reports that Venezia’s interest is genuine. The club are carefully evaluating the possibility of adding Jesus to their ranks, and further developments are anticipated in the coming weeks. Should the move materialize, Juan Jesus would bring valuable Serie A know-how to Venezia’s backline and provide leadership to a relatively new team.
