As Juventus fight for a Champions League spot in the final weeks of the Serie A season, transfer rumours are heating up around one of their most promising young defenders. Nicolò Savona, a versatile 22-year-old who has impressed in his first full season with the senior squad, is now firmly on Manchester City’s radar.
Rising Star Attracts European Giants
Calciomercato report how Savona, who can play as a full-back or as part of a three-man defence, has enjoyed a breakthrough year at Juventus, making 36 appearances across all competitions. His consistent performances and tactical flexibility have not gone unnoticed, drawing attention from top clubs across Europe. Manchester City, in particular, have emerged as a serious contender for his signature.
City’s Interest and Transfer Dynamics
Reports indicate that Manchester City have reached a verbal agreement on personal terms with Savona, who is eager to join the Premier League champions this summer. While Savona is not City’s first-choice right-back target-Flamengo’s Wesley and Newcastle’s Tino Livramento are reportedly ahead of him-he has become a key alternative as negotiations for those players have proven challenging.
City’s interest in Juventus defenders is not new; Andrea Cambiaso was also a target in previous windows. However, Savona’s youth, potential, and strong showings in both Serie A and the Champions League have made him an appealing option for Pep Guardiola’s squad overhaul.
Juventus’ Position and Financial Considerations
Savona is under contract with Juventus until June 2029, earning just under €400,000 per season. As a homegrown talent, any sale would represent a significant capital gain for Juventus-a factor that could influence their willingness to negotiate, especially if the club needs to balance the books in the absence of Champions League revenue.
Juventus have set Savona’s valuation at around €20-25 million. While he is not officially on the transfer list, the club’s current strategy emphasizes player trading to fund new signings. A substantial offer from Manchester City would at least be considered by the Juventus board.
