Juventus are preparing for a pivotal summer, setting the stage for two major negotiations with Napoli-one for coach Antonio Conte and another for striker Victor Osimhen. As the Serie A season nears its dramatic conclusion, the Bianconeri are poised to make bold moves to reshape their future both on the bench and in attack.
Champions League Qualification First
Calciomercato report that before launching any official talks, Juventus is focused on securing Champions League qualification. A win in their final match against Venezia will guarantee their spot, regardless of other results. This achievement is crucial, as it would provide the financial and sporting foundation needed to pursue their ambitious targets.
Conte: The Door Is Wide Open
Antonio Conte, currently leading Napoli and on the verge of clinching the Scudetto, is set to meet with Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis after the season ends to discuss his future. Should Conte express a desire to leave, Juventus is ready to welcome him back with open arms. Unlike last spring, when the club had already chosen another coach, this time “the doors are wide-very wide-open” for Conte’s return.
Juventus will hold an operational meeting in the first half of June to finalize their strategy. While there is respect for interim coach Igor Tudor, the club is willing to go all-in for Conte if an opportunity arises. If Conte does depart, De Laurentiis is expected to target Massimiliano Allegri as his successor.
Osimhen: Juventus at the Top of His List
On the player front, Juventus is also targeting Victor Osimhen, who has spent the season on loan at Galatasaray but remains under contract with Napoli until 2026. Osimhen reportedly has Juventus at the top of his wish list for a summer move.
Negotiations, however, are complex. Osimhen’s contract includes a €75 million release clause, but it is only valid for foreign clubs-meaning Juventus must negotiate directly with Napoli and likely offer more. Reports indicate Juventus is preparing a package worth around €85 million, including bonuses, to convince Napoli to sell to a domestic rival rather than abroad.
Strategic Moves and Market Dynamics
Juventus’s pursuit of Osimhen may depend on the sale of Dusan Vlahovic, whose departure could help finance the high-profile transfer. The club’s management, led by Cristiano Giuntoli, is leveraging strong relationships with Osimhen’s camp and is determined to make a statement in the transfer market.
