The future of Dusan Vlahovic at Juventus is currently unresolved, with his contract set to expire on June 30, 2026, according to Tuttosport. Despite the approaching expiration date, the club recognizes the importance of the Serbian forward to manager Massimiliano Allegri’s tactical setup.
Vlahovic has scored two goals since returning to the team, including a free-kick against Verona and a decisive goal in the recent victory over Lecce. Reports indicate that his professionalism in training and during matches has been exemplary, even as speculation surrounds his long-term future with the club. Analysis from Pressing highlighted Vlahovic’s continued importance to Juventus.
Commentators have noted a fluctuating performance level from the striker. Antonio Trevisani observed that Vlahovic can become visibly frustrated when failing to find the net after an initial goal, while Marco Pazzini emphasized his competitive spirit, stating Vlahovic “demonstrates that he has blood in his veins.”
Former Juventus sporting director Pierpaolo Sabatini suggested a potential solution to contract negotiations, proposing that Vlahovic's wage demands could be met by reallocating funds from the salaries of David and Openda. This would represent a more efficient use of resources than seeking a pay cut from the Serbian.
Former Juventus player Mauro analyzed Vlahovic’s suitability for Allegri’s system, referencing the manager’s historical preference for certain types of strikers. He believes that, if physically fit, Vlahovic is capable of scoring a significant number of goals, but questioned whether the relationship between the player and club leadership is conducive to productive contract discussions. Pazzini reiterated Vlahovic’s quality, placing him among the top three forwards in Serie A when fully fit and highlighting Allegri’s clear confidence in the player.
Trevisani concluded by pointing out the financial implications of replacing Vlahovic with a player of comparable quality, and also noted that the forward has not yet had a significant period playing under Allegri.
