Juventus Faces Tough Decisions Over Vlahovic as Allegri Eyes Milan Reunion
Vlahovic: A Pricey Dilemma for Juventus
Risks and rewards rarely sit so close together in football as they do with Dusan Vlahovic. He's young, he’s athletic, and every big club wants a forward who can smash in goals. But for Juventus, the Vlahovic question is keeping top brass up at night—and not just because of his skills on the pitch.
His contract runs until June 2026 with a whopping €12 million net annual salary. That’s superstar money in Serie A, where only a handful reach those heights. The catch? No extension agreement, and Vlahovic isn’t keen on stretching his deal out to ease the club’s financial burden. Contract length matters—once you breach the two-year mark, the clock is ticking. The closer a contract gets to expiring, the more leverage the player gains to negotiate, and the less the club can expect in transfer fees. For Juventus, this means Vlahovic could soon slip into 'discount bin' territory.
Juventus had hoped to see Vlahovic bag 25 or more goals a season to justify that pricey wage packet. But with a club trying hard not to bleed money, every missed shot starts to feel like a financial misfire more than a sporting one. Italian teams rarely splash out for players running down their deals, with the market setting his current value around €30-35 million. Juventus dreams of a windfall closer to €40 million, but it’s a lofty ask without English Premier League giants swooping in with big checks. So far? The phone isn’t ringing.
Transfer Maze: Milan, Fenerbahçe, and Mourinho Lurk
Enter Massimiliano Allegri. After his well-publicized exit from Juventus, Allegri has taken the reins at Milan and would love another shot at working with Vlahovic. Their past partnership brought thrills and spills, and while the chemistry wasn’t always smooth, the mutual respect remains. Allegri’s fondness isn’t a secret, but Milan’s budget doesn’t match Vlahovic’s wage demands just yet. Still, there’s chatter. Vlahovic’s fate could also be entangled with Andrea Cambiaso’s potential move, as both clubs have reportedly discussed possible swaps or packaged deals. No paperwork has come close to being signed, though.
The international scene adds another layer. José Mourinho, now calling the shots at Fenerbahçe, has tested Juventus’ resolve with a €30 million bid. It’s not quite enough for the Bianconeri. Juventus won’t entertain any talks below €20 million—anything less would be chalked up as a costly failure for the club. Agents and directors are busy, knowing that the post-World Cup transfer window could change everything depending on who shines this summer.
And what about the English clubs? Teams from the Premier League are known for paying top dollar, but none have stepped out of the shadows yet. If they do, Juventus might finally see the payday they want. If not, tough compromises are coming fast. Vlahovic’s future sits at the intersection of money, timing, and a little bit of difficult nostalgia between coach and player.
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