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In the summer of 2024, Juventus embarked on a new era of change under the guidance of Thiago Motta, who was appointed as head coach. Alongside him, several new players joined the club, carefully selected to fit his tactical vision and dynamic style of play.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / October 23

Juventus open talks with Southampton official for vacant Sporting Director role

Southampton Technical Director Johannes Spors has emerged as the latest candidate for the Juventus Sporting Director role. The Bianconeri underwent another managerial overhaul in recent months, with former Football Director Cristiano Giuntoli sent packing on the back of a disappointing campaign.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / October 17

Juventus disclose details of Comolli’s signing bonus and Giuntoli’s severance pay

Juventus General Manager Damien Comolli received a signing bonus of nearly €1m when he joined the club last summer, while his predecessor Cristiano Giuntoli agreed to a €850.000 severance pay when leaving the Allianz Stadium.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / October 9

Juventus choose their next sporting director: A closer look at Marco Ottolini

Genoa sporting director Marco Ottolini has emerged as the leading candidate to fill the most prominent vacancy at Juventus. The Bianconeri have been undergoing a top managerial shakeup since the end of last season.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / September 29

'A dark day' – Huijsen’s father slams ‘brutal’ Motta & Giuntoli for Juventus sale

Donny Huijsen, the father of Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen, remains bitter about his son’s out-of-the-blue Juventus departure. The 20-year-old was considered one of the most exciting young players in Turin alongside his good friend, Kenan Yildiz.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / September 26

Juventus continue changes as a new president set to be named

Juventus continue to implement significant changes across both its playing squad and non-playing staff, with the club now set to appoint a new president in the near future.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / September 9

Giovanni Cobolli Gigli is impressed with the work Damien Comolli is doing

Damien Comolli assumed a significant role at Juventus this summer after the club decided to part ways with Cristiano Giuntoli. The change in leadership came following a disappointing 2024/2025 campaign, a season regarded as disastrous under the former sporting director.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / September 6

Juventus steps up plans to get a new sporting director

Juventus have now completed a summer without a sporting director, with Damien Comolli tasked with leading the search for the right replacement for Cristiano Giuntoli.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / September 2

The big change in strategy Comolli brought to Juventus this summer

Damien Comolli assumed responsibility for overseeing Juventus’s key decisions two months ago and has already directed a significant shift in the club’s transfer strategy.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / August 7

Everton & Fulham enquire about unsettled Juventus winger

Juventus winger Nico Gonzalez is reportedly attracting interest from the Premier League, particularly from Everton and Fulham. The 27-year-old was one of Cristiano Giuntoli’s top signings last summer, with the Bianconeri forking out circa €38 million (between the fixed fee and bonuses) to lure him from their eternal rivals, Fiorentina.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / July 30

Journalist explains how many more quality players Juventus needs

Juventus have made some strides in the current transfer window, but there remains a widespread feeling that the club’s work is far from complete. The summer began with internal restructuring, including the dismissal of Cristiano Giuntoli from his role as sporting director.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / July 25

All The Thorny Cases Holding Up Juventus on The Market

Perhaps there are no juicy backstories or grand strategic shifts behind the somewhat sudden and surprising firing of Cristiano Giuntoli by the Juventus ownership back in May.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / July 23

Sabatini explains why Comolli is ‘better than Giuntoli’, expects Sancho to struggle at Juventus

Italian journalist Sandro Sabatini believes that new Juventus General Director Damien Comolli is an upgrade on Cristiano Giuntoli. The Bianconeri had brought in the former Napoli director in July 2023, giving him full authority over the club’s sporting department.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 21

Why Juventus spent 111m this summer for only one new player

Although Cristiano Giuntoli is no longer there, his transfer strategy means Juventus have spent €111m this summer, despite only signing Jonathan David as a free agent.

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Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / July 19

Juventus pushing for Benfica man to become their new sports director

Juventus have made changes to its boardroom this summer to ensure that the club is guided by the most capable and strategic decision-makers moving forward.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / July 1

Juventus steps up their interest in a key attacking target

Juventus had been widely expected to pursue the signing of Victor Osimhen if Cristiano Giuntoli had remained in his role as sporting director, as he had been instrumental in initiating the pursuit of the Nigerian forward.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 28

Giuntoli’s target resisting Al-Nassr as he’s still holding out for Juventus move

Juventus reportedly remains the preferred destination for Feyenoord defender David Hancko who has an offer from Al-Nassr. The 27-year-old is a Slovakian centre-back who has been plying his trade at Feyenoord since 2022.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / June 25

Juventus ready to sacrifice young Next Gen players for profit

Juventus are eager to bring in fresh funds and that could mean sacrificing several of their Next Gen talents this summer. Although former director of sport

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 14

Juventus re-establish contact with Giuntoli’s favourite who remains high on shortlist

Juventus have rekindled their interest in Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, as reported by multiple sources in the Italian media. The Nigerian was considered a dream target for the club’s former Football Director, Cristiano Giuntoli, who was the one who brought him to Italy in the first place.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 12

Done deal – Juventus have agreement with young defender on new contract

Juventus right-back Nicolo Savona will soon put his signature on a new contract after reaching a full agreement with the club. The Turin-based giants have

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 10

Pundit reveals three signings that Giuntoli wanted to complete

Cristiano Giuntoli had some significant transfer plans in motion before he was removed from his role at Juventus. The former sporting director had been leading the club’s operations for two seasons and played a key role in reshaping the squad during the summer of 2024.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 5