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Former Juventus defender Danilo will be in the stands for the Serie A game against Lecce, finally able to salute the fans a year after his controversial departure.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 2

Official: Marco Ottolini becomes the new Juventus sporting director

Juventus have officially confirmed the appointment of Marco Ottolini as their new sporting director, ending months of speculation after he emerged as the club’s leading candidate for the role.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 23

Juventus end wait for new sporting director as Marco Ottolini earns the role

Juventus have been searching for a new sporting director for some time, and it now appears they have settled on Marco Ottolini. The Italian has long been admired by the Bianconeri following his work as director of Genoa, and reports have linked him strongly with a move to Turin for several months.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 15

Where Fiorentina stand amid Vanoli and Giuntoli rumours

Fiorentina have not yet made any decisions regarding the future of head coach Paolo Vanoli despite the various different rumours that have been circulating following Sunday’s 2-1 loss against Hellas Verona. It is only natural that after such a poor start and under increasing pressure that changes around the club might be made.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 9

Juventus is tempted to reunite Comolli with former Liverpool data man

A new name has emerged as a potential candidate to become the next Juventus sporting director. With Damien Comolli now installed as CEO, the Bianconeri require a replacement for Cristiano Giuntoli, and several profiles have been monitored as part of this process.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 4

Marco Conterio reveals some details about Comolli’s plans

Damien Comolli is steadily putting together a strategic plan aimed at restoring Juventus to the summit of Italian football. Since John Elkann appointed him to take charge of key decisions following the departure of Cristiano Giuntoli, Comolli has overseen an important period of transition in Turin.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / November 19

Pundit says Comolli’s words have made him look like a bad manager

Damien Comolli has become the central figure among Juventus decision makers, taking over responsibilities previously held by Cristiano Giuntoli, who served as the club’s sporting director before being dismissed.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / November 12

Comolli says Juventus will struggle to make major squad investments in January

Damien Comolli has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Juventus after successfully overseeing the club’s summer transition that followed Cristiano Giuntoli’s departure.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / November 11

What changes as Juventus appoint Comolli as CEO

Juventus have officially appointed Damien Comolli as their new Chief Executive Officer, replacing Maurizio Scanavino. The move, confirmed during the first meeting of the club’s new Board of Directors, marks the latest step in a period of sweeping change for the Bianconeri both on and off the pitch.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / November 2

Reports: Thiago Motta & Giuntoli considered by Serie A duo

Former Juventus manager Thiago Motta and the club’s former Football Director Cristiano Giuntoli might soon return to work, albeit at different Serie A clubs.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / October 25

Paolo De Paola thinks Juventus should have kept Cristiano Giuntoli

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 / Juvefc.com / October 17

How much Giuntoli made from Juventus after they kicked him out

Juventus lost faith in the decision-making of Cristiano Giuntoli and decided to part ways with him at the end of last season. He had served as the club’s sporting director for two consecutive campaigns but failed to deliver the improvements expected in his second year.

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.

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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.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / September 10

Revealed – Why Poland International Chose Inter Milan Over Juventus

Piotr Zielinski joined Inter Milan last summer from Napoli after turning down a move to Juventus. According to FCInterNews, the Polish midfielder had a valid reason to reject Cristiano Giuntoli.

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.

Napoli News / Football Italia / May 28

Juventus prepare for restructuring, with or without Giuntoli

Cristiano Giuntoli is under scrutiny at Juventus, and club owner John Elkann is preparing to restructure the club, with or without the current Chief Football Officer, according to reports in La Gazzetta dello Sport.