​Juventus has officially confirmed that Francois Modesto will step down from his post as technical director, ending his tenure at the club after less than a year in the role. Appointed on July 15, 2025, Modesto’s departure comes about 360 days later as part of a broader restructuring of Juventus’ top-tier management, signaling a shift toward new leadership at the highest levels of the organization.
In the wake of this change, Giovanni Carnevali has been installed as the new chief executive officer, while Frederic Massara has been brought in to serve as the club’s Chief Football Officer. Marco Ottolini will continue in his capacity as sporting director, ensuring continuity in the club’s sporting strategy. Additionally, Giorgio Chiellini has recently been elevated to the position of Chief Club Affairs Officer, underscoring Juventus’ move toward an entirely Italian leadership structure on the sporting side.
The leadership reshuffle means there is no longer a place for Modesto within the club’s structure, as he departs alongside former chief executive Damien Comolli after a season that did not meet expectations at the helm. Juventus published an official statement confirming that a mutual agreement had been reached for the termination of Modesto’s contract as Technical Director, effective immediately. The club’s communication emphasized appreciation for Modesto’s dedication and professionalism during his tenure, while extending best wishes for his future professional and personal endeavors.
Modesto’s departure follows a career path that has seen him hold the role of technical director at several high-profile clubs. Prior to joining Juventus, he served as technical director at Monza from 2022 to 2025, and before that held the same role at Nottingham Forest from 2019 to 2022. His early career also included various scouting roles with Olympiacos between 2016 and 2022, underscoring a diverse and lengthy background in football operations and talent identification.
As Juventus moves forward with Carnevali at the helm and Massara driving football operations, the club’s strategic direction appears to be embracing a streamlined, domestically led leadership model. The appointment of Chiellini as Chief Club Affairs Officer further illustrates Juventus’ intent to consolidate influence and decision-making within a cohesive, Italian-led executive team, aligning sporting priorities with the club’s long-term objectives and competitive ambitions.
This latest development unfolds amid ongoing discussions around Juventus’ ambitions in domestic and European competitions, and the club’s broader effort to optimize management structures in a highly competitive environment. Modesto’s exit, paired with the arrival of new leaders, signals Juventus’ readiness to pursue a refreshed vision for the future, one that leverages Italian leadership, deepened internal collaboration, and a sharpened focus on youth development, player recruitment, and performance excellence. As the club continues to navigate the complexities of modern football governance, the new leadership configuration is poised to implement strategic initiatives aimed at sustaining Juventus’ status among Europe’s elite while pursuing sustained success on all fronts.