Napoli has reportedly commenced initial discussions with the entourage of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic. This development comes as Vlahovic’s contract with Juventus is nearing its end, making his departure from the Turin club increasingly probable. However, several other prominent European clubs, including Newcastle United, Atletico Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are also keen on securing his signature.
Juventus faces a challenging situation as Vlahovic’s contract at the Allianz Stadium is set to expire next month. The club has been in ongoing negotiations to extend his deal, but their offer reportedly includes a salary reduction from his current €12 million per year. This, coupled with Juventus’s absence from the Champions League in the 2026-27 season, significantly complicates their efforts to retain the Serbian international.
According to reports, Napoli has engaged in preliminary talks with Vlahovic’s father. Unlike Juventus, Napoli can offer the 26-year-old a spot in a team participating in the Champions League next season. Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid are in a similar position, able to offer European football. Newcastle United, while also interested, would reportedly need to present a “very inviting economic proposal” to persuade Vlahovic to join them, especially given their 12th-place finish in the Premier League for the 2025-26 season, which resulted in a lack of European qualification.
Juventus director Damien Comolli acknowledged the situation, stating in a recent interview that Vlahovic had assured the club of his commitment during the January transfer window. He added, “We would like to continue with our centre-forward, but it depends on Dusan and his father.”
Napoli is also in the market for a new head coach, as Antonio Conte has departed after two seasons. Notably, two leading candidates for the coaching role are Vincenzo Italiano and Massimiliano Allegri, both of whom have previously managed Vlahovic at Fiorentina and Juventus, respectively. Vlahovic had a successful spell under Italiano at Fiorentina, scoring 20 goals in 24 appearances, and a productive tenure with Allegri at Juventus, netting 41 goals in 99 games.
English Translation:
Napoli has opened initial talks with Vlahovic’s representatives, as his stay at Juventus appears increasingly unlikely. The striker’s contract with Juventus is set to expire next month. Napoli, unlike Juventus, can offer Vlahovic Champions League football next season. Other clubs like Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid are also in a position to offer European competition. Newcastle United, according to reports, would require a substantial financial offer to sign the striker, especially after their 12th-place Premier League finish in the 2025-26 season, which excluded them from European competitions.
Juventus director Damien Comolli confirmed that Vlahovic had assured the club he would not move in January and stated that the club wishes to keep their forward, but it hinges on Vlahovic and his father’s decision. Napoli is also seeking a new coach following Antonio Conte’s departure. Potential candidates include Vincenzo Italiano and Massimiliano Allegri, both former managers of Vlahovic.
