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Juventus terminates Arthur Melo's contract amid squad overhaul
Juventus has officially terminated the contract of Brazilian midfielder Arthur Melo by mutual agreement. The 30-year-old, who joined the club from Barcelona in 2020 in a high-profile deal, leaves as a free agent. The move is expected to have a negative financial impact of approximately €6 million on the club's accounts.
Following Arthur's departure, Juventus is actively managing squad changes. The club is targeting Franck Kessié to bolster the midfield and is exploring the acquisition of Joshua Zirkzee, potentially through a loan with an option to buy from Manchester United. Additionally, the club is looking to address defensive needs, with interest in players like Emerson Royal and potential moves for goalkeeper Mattia Perin to Palermo.
In Brazil, Grêmio has decided not to pursue a signing for Arthur Melo despite his free-agent status, citing financial constraints and the need to manage the club's budget. Meanwhile, other Juventus players, including Nico Gonzalez and Jonathan David, remain subjects of transfer speculation as the club seeks to balance its roster and finances before the window closes.
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Arthur Melo · Besiktas · Franck Kessie · Gremio · Hugo Bueno · Jonathan David · Joshua Zirkzee · Juventus · Luciano Spalletti · Mattia Perin · Teun Koopmeiners
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Teun Koopmeiners has a market valuation of approximately 25 million euros.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The sale of Jonathan David could allow Juventus to pursue Joshua Zirkzee.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio is being tracked by Marseille and Monza. www.spazioj.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] Juventus is pursuing a contract termination with Arthur to reduce the wage bill. www.spazioj.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Selling Teun Koopmeiners could facilitate the signing of Franck Kessie.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Juventus is monitoring Hugo Bueno as a target for the left defensive position. www.spazioj.it