Juventus are plotting a bold move to land Viktor Gyökeres, Sporting CP’s prolific striker, and have mapped out a financial strategy that could make the €80 million deal a reality. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Swedish forward, who scored a remarkable 54 goals in the 2024-25 season and 97 in two years, is seen as the ideal solution to Juventus’ attacking needs and a statement signing for the club’s new era.
The Sporting Price Tag and Juventus’ Plan
Sporting are holding firm on their demand: €70 million plus €10 million in bonuses for Gyökeres, a figure that comes close to his release clause but is still negotiable. Juventus, led by Damien Comolli, are ready to meet these terms, but only if they can fund the transfer through a series of outgoing deals.
Vlahovic: The Key to Unlocking the Deal
The sale of Dušan Vlahović is central to Juventus’ plan. If the Serbian striker departs—he’s been linked with clubs like AC Milan and Fenerbahce—Juventus would immediately have the financial flexibility to move for Gyökeres. Vlahović’s contract expires in 2026, and his sale could bring in at least €60 million, especially when combined with the potential departure of Douglas Luiz, who has not featured under Tudor despite his €50 million price tag.
Additional Sales to Fund the Move
Juventus are also considering selling several other players to reach their financial target:
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Lloyd Kelly, valued at €15 million
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Samuel Mbangula, with a price tag between €15 and €20 million
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Arkadiusz Milik, who did not feature in 2024-25
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Mattia Perin, attracting interest from Como
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Daniele Rugani and Filip Kostić, both included in the squad for the Club World Cup but likely to move before the end of the summer
With these sales, Juventus aim to generate around €100 million, making it much easier to satisfy Sporting’s demands for Gyökeres and potentially sign a new wing-back, such as Fiorentina’s Dodô.
A Self-Financing Operation
This approach would allow Juventus to secure Gyökeres without straining their original €60-70 million transfer budget, which was set aside from Champions League prize money. That budget is earmarked for defensive reinforcements and instalment payments on previous signings like Nico Gonzalez and Koopmeiners.
Alternative Targets and Salary Considerations
While the focus is on Gyökeres, Juventus have also explored alternatives such as Kolo Muani (on loan from PSG), Jonathan David (offered €6 million per year plus a signing bonus), and Victor Osimhen. However, Gyökeres is the priority, especially as his salary demands—around €7.5 million net—are significantly lower than Vlahović’s current €12 million.
