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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.

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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 / 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.

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

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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 / The Cult of Calcio / June 6

Juventus Set for a Weird and Unusual Time After Overhaul

We’ll never know for sure whether Juventus would have nabbed Antonio Conte, or at least Gian Piero Gasperini, if their ownership didn’t sack Cristiano Giuntoli and bring in a new apical exec while the coaching carousel was in full swing.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 5

Sky: Former Leicester scout could reunite with Comolli at Juventus

After being appointed as Juventus General Director, Damien Comolli is looking to reconnect with his trusted collaborator Viktor Bezhani. The Bianconeri are currently undergoing a fundamental revamp at the top managerial level.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 4

Juventus will continue Giuntoli’s talks with free agent

Cristiano Giuntoli was leading Juventus’ negotiations with the entourage of Jonathan David before his departure from the club. David is widely regarded as one of the finest free agents available on the market currently, and there remains a strong possibility that he could continue his career in Serie A.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 4

Pundit reveals behind-the-scenes failure to bring Conte back to Juventus

Juventus had been eager to secure the return of Antonio Conte in recent weeks, with widespread belief within the club that he would abandon his role at Napoli and make a comeback to Turin.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / June 4

Spanish club wants to snap up Giuntoli immediately

Cristiano Giuntoli has officially parted ways with Juventus, bringing an end to his two-season tenure as sporting director. His time at the club was marked by a series of highs and lows, ultimately culminating in his departure following a string of underwhelming outcomes.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 3

Juventus confirm Giuntoli is no longer sporting director

Juventus have officially confirmed that Cristiano Giuntoli has left his position as sporting director through a mutual agreement, ending his two-year spell

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / June 3

How much Cristiano Giuntoli’s sacking will cost Juventus

Juventus is finalising the departure of Cristiano Giuntoli after deciding to end his tenure as their sporting director earlier than planned. Giuntoli arrived at the start of the 2023/2024 season, having left Napoli following a successful spell that included building a Scudetto-winning team.

Napoli News / Football Italia / May 28