The long-running saga regarding Dusan Vlahovic’s Juventus contract appears to be reaching a definitive conclusion. Despite heavy interest from Premier League giants such as Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, recent reports indicate that the Serbian international is prepared to commit his future to the Bianconeri. After months of speculation and a period of “standstill” in negotiations, […]
The long-running saga regarding Dusan Vlahovic’s Juventus contract appears to be reaching a definitive conclusion.
Despite heavy interest from Premier League giants such as Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, recent reports indicate that the Serbian international is prepared to commit his future to the Bianconeri.
After months of speculation and a period of “standstill” in negotiations, the landscape in Turin has shifted.
Vlahovic, who recently returned to the pitch after a grueling 112-day layoff due to a serious adductor injury, is now central to the club’s long-term vision under the guidance of Luciano Spalletti.
A Tactical U-Turn: Why Juventus Want to Keep Vlahovic
Only a few months ago, the departure of the former Fiorentina man seemed like a foregone conclusion.
With his previous deal set to expire in June 2026 and a ballooning salary structure that the club found difficult to maintain, many expected a summer sale.
However, the arrival of new management and Spalletti’s tactical preference for a traditional No. 9 have changed the narrative.
Spalletti has reportedly urged the Juventus hierarchy – led by Damien Comolli and Giorgio Chiellini – to finalise the renewal.
The Italian coach views Vlahovic as the focal point of an attack that will also feature rising star Kenan Yildiz and potentially new summer recruits like Bernardo Silva.
The Financial Framework: Salary Cuts and Signing Bonuses
The primary hurdle in the Vlahovic contract extension has always been the financial “incremental salary” agreed upon during his initial transfer from Florence.
Under his current terms, Vlahovic was set to earn a staggering €12 million per season – a figure that no longer aligns with Juventus’s new sustainable wage ceiling.
To remain in Turin, the 26-year-old has reportedly agreed to a significant pay cut. The new proposal suggests:
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Annual Salary: Reduced to approximately €6–7 million per season.
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Contract Length: An extension until June 2027 or 2028.
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Signing Bonus: A lucrative lump-sum payment (estimated between €3m and €5m) to offset the reduction in yearly wages.
This structure allows Juventus to amortize the player’s value further while keeping their star striker within a manageable budget.
Snubbing the Premier League: Chelsea and Spurs Left Empty-Handed
The news of a looming agreement will come as a blow to Chelsea and Tottenham.
Both London clubs have been monitoring Vlahovic’s situation for years.
Spurs, in particular, were rumored to be in “pole position” should Vlahovic hit the free-agent market in 2026.
Former West Ham star Paolo Di Canio recently urged the Serbian striker to leave Juventus for pastures new.
However, Vlahovic’s desire to prove himself at the Allianz Stadium following his injury recovery has outweighed the lure of the English top flight.
For the Serbian, staying in a familiar environment where he is the undisputed starter represents a safer path to regaining his world-class form ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
What’s Next for the Bianconeri?
With a crucial meeting scheduled between Vlahovic’s father, Milos, and CEO Damien Comolli before Easter, the club hopes to have the pen put to paper before the summer window opens.
Securing Vlahovic’s signature allows Juventus to focus their transfer budget elsewhere, with a creative midfielder and defensive reinforcements high on the priority list.
As Juventus push for a return to the top of Serie A and a deep run in the Champions League, keeping their most prolific scorer is undoubtedly the biggest “signing” of the spring.
