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2025-04-16 11:29:00, Sport CNA

After a turbulent period that has left deep traces in the black and white environment, it seems that the storm has passed and rays of hope are appearing on the horizon of Juventus. However, to confirm whether a real rainbow will appear after this storm, it will take some time. A season end filled with tension, but also with optimism, is serving as a test for the new course that is being built with coach Igor Tudor at the helm. The objective is clear, qualification for the Champions League, an essential condition to guarantee economic stability and sporting ambitions for the future.

The future of the Croatian coach on the black and white bench is no longer a mystery. Although still without an official announcement, everything indicates that Tudor is gaining the trust of the leaders with his work on the field. Sports director Giuntoli has already started working with him to build the team for next season, although the "i" has not yet been dot the "i". The Turin team has started work on a hot summer of transfers, where no revolution is expected, but reinforcements of international caliber, which will give the team a step forward in quality and ambition.

The department that has been most under Giuntoli's scrutiny is the midfield, which has suffered a lot this season from injuries and the poor form of some elements. The name that intrigues the most in the Juventus offices is that of Sandro Tonali, the former Milan player and currently part of Newcastle in the Premier League. His transfer will not be easy nor cheap, as it is said to be for an amount ranging from 40 to 50 million euros. To pave the way for such an operation, the Bianconeri aim to remove Douglas Luiz, who has had a season to forget due to poor form and frequent injuries.

In the offensive department, the changes will be greater. After two years of ups and downs, it seems that the Vlahovic era at the "Old Lady" is coming to an end. The Serbian striker is the main candidate to leave in the summer, either to bring money to the club's coffers or to be used as part of some big exchange. Even Kolo Mani, on loan from PSG, is no longer a certainty, despite the initial enthusiasm. This forces Juventus to think about two purchases in attack. The most intriguing name is that of Victor Osimhen, but a tough competition is expected for the Nigerian, with Galatasaray doing everything to keep him. Serious alternatives are seen as Ademola Lukman of Atalanta and Rasmus Hejlund of Manchester United, two profiles that fit Tudor's style and the new philosophy that is being built.

Of course, to make these moves a reality, Juventus need stable financial resources. Qualifying for the Champions League is the main basis, but income from participating in the Club World Cup and from selling players on loan will also help a lot. Giuntoli is expected to collect up to 50 million euros from players who will not return to Turin, such as Arthur, Kostic and Rugani.

This money will be used in part to complete the transfers of Kalulu and Renato Veiga, who are currently on loan but are liked by the staff and could become part of the new project permanently. For the first time in a long time, a new spirit is felt at Juventus, a combination of calm, professionalism and great ambition.