Juventus postpones Vlahovic renewal while Milan intensifies search for Serbian striker; Nkunku is a key player By Bruna
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With only 75 days left until the end of his contract, Dusan Vlahovic can leave Juventus free of charge. The situation of the Serbian striker, which seemed headed for renewal, suffered a new setback. Milan, in turn, closely monitors the development of negotiations. The interruption in talks about the player’s future is partly due to a recent injury. Juventus’s number 9, valued at 80 million euros upon signing, sees his future at Turim increasingly uncertain.
Juventus acts cautiously when trading Vlahovic
The Juventus board adopts a calm stance regarding the renewal of Dusan Vlahovic’s contract. The club’s CEO, Damien Comolli, stated that he does not expect any news before the end of the season. Juventus did not give up on keeping the Serbian, a wish of coach Luciano Spalletti. However, the signing of the new bond is not as imminent as imagined before Páscoa. The club invested €80 million, including bonuses, to bring the striker from Fiorentina in January 2022. The intention is to extend the contract without having to “buy him back”, which would involve spending on signing bonuses and commissions. Continassa’s board of directors accepted Vlahovic’s opening, in recent weeks, to remain at the club and discuss the matter with his father, Milos. The financial game is just beginning and there is still no clear outcome.
Contrato of Vlahovic ends soon and injury worries
The center forward’s recent injury, which occurred during the warm-up for the Juventus-Genoa game on April 6, delayed his return to the pitch and, consequently, the negotiations. Vlahovic had spent three and a half months recovering from adductor surgery in December. The deadline for renewal has already passed. In just over two months, the player will be able to sign with any club free of charge for the transfer.
The 26-year-old striker’s team considers a “short” renewal. Proposals vary between a one or two year contract with a reduced salary. Information indicates that the new remuneration would be at least half of the current €12 million net. Este value is lower than what Kenan Yildiz will receive, €7 million from the summer, and also lower than what Vlahovic earned in his first years at Juventus, which was €7.5 million.
- Status from Contrato:Expira in June, free player in 75 days.
- Valor from Compra:€80 million (including bonuses).
- Salário Atual:€12 million net annually.
- Proposta from Renovação:One or two years, salary of around €6 million net.
- Lesões:Problemas on adductor, missed 24 games this season.
Os Bianconeri trust in Vlahovic’s desire to relaunch. The current season was hampered by physical problems. The environment in Turim is known to the player. Ele also has the respect of coach Luciano Spalletti. The attacker is aware of the technical and environmental advantages.
Milan looks for a new goalscorer and sees opportunity
Enquanto to Juventus handles the complexities of renewal, Milan shows interest in Vlahovic. The Rossoneri team has been looking for a high-level center forward for years. Desde the departure of Ibrahimovic, and with the exception of Olivier Giroud, the club was unable to find a consistent goalscorer. The lack of a striker impacted last season, with the duo Leão and Pulisic being improvised in attack, without the success expected at the beginning of the season.
Coach Max Allegri, who led Vlahovic in their most prolific season with Juventus (16 goals in 33 games in 2023-24), would be a major factor. Allegri would be willing to trust the Serb with full responsibility for the Milanist attack. Em Milão, Dusan would find space to establish themselves again in the area after months hampered by physical issues. The need to reinforce Milan’s attack has become urgent. The club is determined to return to Liga from Campeões.
Desempenho of Nkunku makes room for movement
The limitations in Milan’s offensive sector made the need for intervention in the transfer market increasingly evident. Vlahovic’s arrival could be financed by selling one of the recently signed attackers who were unsuccessful. At the end of the last summer transfer window, after failing to sign several targets, Milan acquired Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea. The total cost was €37 million, with a further €5 million in bonuses.
Nkunku’s contract, signed for five years, guarantees a salary of €5 million plus bonuses. However, after just six goals in 29 games played, Milan is looking for other options for the Frenchman. In January, the club had already tried to negotiate him with Turquia teams. Selling Nkunku can bring or save money. Esse capital would be essential to invest in hiring Vlahovic.
Vlahovic looks at next steps for the future
Dusan Vlahovic only played 14 games in Serie A this year. The striker scored three goals and provided one assist, numbers well below expectations. Numerous injuries compromised his season. Ele has lost 24 matches across all competitions so far. Juventus remains confident in its permanence. However, the club is aware of the risks of losing him. Vlahovic’s agent and team continue to look for other options in the transfer market. The contractual status of players about to expire can change quickly.
Juventus and Milan intensify strategy for attacker
Juventus, aware of the situation, seeks an agreement that does not compromise its finances. The club does not want to pay a buyback value for a player who already had a high initial investment. Spalletti, Comolli, Giorgio Chiellini and Marco Ottolini are committed to ensuring renewal. The team trusts in Vlahovic’s motivation to get back on its feet. Milan, in turn, sees Dusan as the solution to its offensive lack. The potential sale of Nkunku could make the Serbian’s arrival possible. The transfer market scenario remains open. The next 75 days will be decisive in defining the future of Vlahovic.
