The Gleison Bremer situation at Juventus has moved into a new and more concrete phase. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Galatasaray have tabled a formal salary proposal to the Brazilian centre-back — an offer in the region of €8 million per year — as the Turkish champions intensify their pursuit of one of Serie A’s most physically imposing defenders. Simultaneously, Carnevali and Massara have begun drawing up a shortlist of potential replacements, with Fikayo Tomori of AC Milan and Jean-Clair Todibo emerging as the two names most prominently under consideration.
Why Bremer’s Departure Is Being Planned For
The logic behind Carnevali and Massara’s contingency planning is straightforward. As previously reported, Spalletti’s tactical philosophy demands a different type of centre-back to Bremer — one more comfortable in possession, capable of driving the ball forward and contributing to build-up play in the nuanced way his system requires. Bremer is an outstanding defender in his own right, but his profile — physical, reactive, best when given a clear spatial task — does not represent the ideal fit for what the manager is building.
That tactical reality, combined with the financial opportunity presented by Bremer’s €58 million release clause and the need to generate capital gains under the UEFA Settlement Agreement, has created a scenario where the Brazilian’s departure would serve both the technical and commercial interests of the club simultaneously. Galatasaray’s salary offer — attractive by any measure — adds further momentum to a situation that has been building quietly all summer.
Tomori: Massara’s Personal Knowledge Is the Key Advantage
The name that sits highest on the replacement shortlist is Fikayo Tomori, the AC Milan centre-back whose personal relationship with Massara dates from their time working together in Milan. The former Chelsea defender has developed significantly since his permanent move to the San Siro, becoming one of Serie A’s most dynamic and technically polished centre-backs — exactly the kind of player who can step seamlessly into the role Spalletti has in mind for the right side of his defensive pairing. His contract situation at Milan, where a sale this summer would generate important capital for the Rossoneri’s own rebuilding plans, adds practical accessibility to an already compelling technical profile.
Todibo: The French International Option
The second name on the list is Jean-Clair Todibo — the French international who impressed during his time at Nice and has subsequently attracted attention from across European football. Todibo’s combination of physical presence, left-footed technical quality, and reading of the game makes him a credible candidate for the defensive profile Spalletti is seeking. His precise availability and current club situation will determine whether a concrete approach is viable — but his inclusion on the shortlist reflects the breadth of Carnevali and Massara’s thinking as they prepare for all eventualities on the defensive front.
The Bigger Picture: Bremer’s Market Will Only Grow
With the transfer window now fully open and Bremer’s outstanding World Cup form for Brazil having done nothing to diminish his appeal to the European market, the next few weeks will be decisive. Galatasaray’s offer is the opening move in what could become a serious competition for his signature — and the more clubs enter that competition, the more likely it becomes that the €58 million release clause is triggered before the 10 August deadline. Carnevali is preparing for that outcome with characteristic methodical calm. When Bremer goes, the replacement will already be identified.
