# Darryl Bakola transfer and performance at Sassuolo

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/darryl-bakola-transfer-and-performance-at-sassuolo
> Updated: 2026-09-28T12:31:52.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 4.

In late August 2026, Juventus attempted to sign 18-year-old French midfielder Darryl Bakola from Sassuolo during the final hours of the summer transfer window. Juventus proposed a loan deal with a conditional option to buy, but Sassuolo resisted the move due to the player’s importance to their starting lineup and his contract, which runs until June 2030.

By mid-September 2026, Bakola had established himself as a key player for Sassuolo following his previous winter transfer from Olympique de Marseille for approximately 10 million euros. He recently played a decisive role in a 3-2 victory over Juventus, providing the assist for Kieron Bowie to secure the win. Having recovered from a minor injury, he has secured a starting position in the midfield.

Under coach Alberto Aquilani, Bakola has transitioned from a prospect into a consistent Serie A starter, demonstrating tactical maturity alongside players such as Nemanja Matic. While his performances have drawn interest from major clubs and reports suggest Juventus may monitor him as a future option, analysts note that Sassuolo views him as an ‘untouchable asset’ for their current project.

By late September 2026, Juventus identified Bakola as a primary target to strengthen their midfield during the upcoming January transfer window. The club values his technical quality, distribution, and physical presence. However, negotiations face significant hurdles; Sassuolo has set an initial valuation of approximately 30 million euros. Juventus faces competition from AS Roma and several Premier League clubs. Additionally, Atalanta has reportedly begun monitoring the 2007-born midfielder due to his technical qualities and versatility.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Sassuolo attracts transfer interest and reveals player salary details

Atalanta is reportedly targeting Sassuolo talent Darryl Bakola, while Domenico Berardi remains the highest-paid player at the Italian club.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sassuolo-attracts-transfer-interest-and-reveals-player-salary-details

### 2026-09-26: Juventus targets Sassuolo midfielder Bakola Bakola

Juventus is targeting Sassuolo midfielder Bakola Bakola for the January transfer window, facing competition from Roma and Premier League clubs for the player valued at 30 million euros.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juventus-targets-sassuolo-midfielder-bakola-bakola

### 2026-09-14: Darryl Bakola shines at Sassuolo following Marseille departure

Former Marseille midfielder Darryl Bakola is excelling at Sassuolo, recently providing a decisive assist in a victory over Juventus and attracting interest from major Italian clubs.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/darryl-bakola-shines-at-sassuolo-following-marseille-departure

### 2026-08-31: Juventus targets Sassuolo midfielder Darryl Bakola

Juventus is pursuing a loan deal for 18-year-old Sassuolo midfielder Darryl Bakola, but Sassuolo is resisting the transfer due to the player's importance to their squad.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juventus-targets-sassuolo-midfielder-darryl-bakola

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