Juventus has officially announced the signing of Nico Gonzalez from Fiorentina, marking a significant addition to their attacking lineup. The 26-year-old Argentine international joins on an initial loan deal worth €8 million, with an additional €0.4 million in accessory fees. The agreement includes an obligation for Juventus to buy Gonzalez’s sporting rights permanently at the end of the 2024/2025 season for €25 million, plus potential bonuses of up to €5 million, bringing the total potential value of the deal to €33 million.Gonzalez expressed his excitement about the move, stating, ‘Arriving at this team, at this club, is a dream. I’m not looking forward to going on the field and playing with the team. Wearing the Juventus jersey is a dream. I came here to win, there are no other words. Win or win.’ The Argentine winger, who scored 28 goals in all competitions for Fiorentina last season, including 12 in Serie A, is expected to play a crucial role in Juventus’ attacking setup.In other transfer news, Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is reportedly close to joining Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League. According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Al-Ahli has submitted an initial bid of over €65 million to Napoli. However, the deal is not yet finalized as Osimhen is demanding a significant salary and a release clause to potentially return to Europe in the future. The Nigerian international, who scored 76 goals in 133 appearances for Napoli, is also considering other options and may wait for potential approaches from top European clubs like Paris Saint-Germain.These transfers highlight the ongoing dynamics in the football market, with Italian clubs both selling and acquiring top talent, while Saudi Arabian clubs continue to make significant moves for high-profile players.
Key points
- Juventus has officially signed Nico Gonzalez from Fiorentina in a deal potentially worth €33 million.
- Victor Osimhen is close to joining Al-Ahli for over €65 million, but the deal is pending player agreement.
- Both transfers reflect the ongoing dynamics between European clubs and the growing influence of Saudi Arabian teams in the transfer market.
Contradictions👾Some sources report the Gonzalez deal as a loan with an option to buy, while others describe it as a loan with an obligation to buy.
This discrepancy may be due to the high likelihood of the purchase clause being activated, as stated by Juventus.
