As the new season approaches, Juventus are entering a decisive phase in the transfer market. With the squad set to regroup at Continassa on July 24, director Damien Comolli is at the centre of negotiations, working to shape the Bianconeri’s future. This week, four major appointments will determine the club’s next moves, with a possible fifth on the horizon. La Gazzetta dello Sport journalist Giovanni Albanese reports on some of the key developments on his YoutTube channel:
1. Francisco Conceição’s Future
The first and most imminent development concerns Francisco Conceição. After intense negotiations with Porto, it appears the Portuguese winger will remain at Juventus. The player has expressed his desire to stay, and both clubs have moved closer to an agreement. The final details are being ironed out, and Conceição is expected to be present when Juventus begins preseason training.
2. Alberto Costa’s Potential Departure
The second priority involves Alberto Costa. Until recently, Costa’s entourage was unaware of a concrete possibility for him to leave, but Sporting CP have now made an offer. While the bid is not as high as Juventus hoped—falling short of the €20 million mark—it could become more attractive if improved. This situation is expected to develop quickly, and a resolution could come within days.
3. Timothy Weah’s Move to Marseille
The third key meeting revolves around Timothy Weah’s likely transfer to Marseille. Discussions are advanced, and the player is keen on the move. However, there is still a gap between Juventus’ asking price and Marseille’s offer. A player exchange has been mentioned, but no agreement has been reached yet. This deal is another that could be finalized this week.
4. M’Bangula’s Transfer Situation
Attention also turns to MBangula, who is attracting interest from several clubs, with Werder Bremen currently leading the race. Juventus is hoping to spark a bidding war to maximize profit, as MBangula’s low book value means any sale would result in a significant capital gain. Bologna have also shown interest, and the coming days will be crucial in determining his future.
5. The PSG Negotiations for Kolo Muani
The fourth major appointment on Comolli’s agenda is with Paris Saint-Germain over Randal Kolo Muani. PSG insists on an obligation to buy, while Juventus prefers an option to buy due to concerns about salary and squad balance. The French club wants to sell for around €40 million, and Juventus must first free up salary space through outgoing transfers. Talks are expected to intensify now that PSG’s Club World Cup campaign is over, with the goal of having Kolo Muani available for the start of preseason.
A Possible Fifth Move: Jadon Sancho
While not expected to progress this week, Jadon Sancho remains a potential target. The player is open to reducing his salary to facilitate a move, and Manchester United are willing to negotiate. However, Juventus’ current focus is on other priorities, and Sancho’s arrival would depend on completing several outgoing deals first.
