​Juventus are reportedly open to the possibility of welcoming Dusan Vlahovic back to the club after his contract officially expired on June 30, but only under terms set by the club’s newly appointed chief executive, Giovanni Carnevali. Vlahovic is currently a free agent, having seen his Juve deal run out at the end of June. For more than a year, the Bianconeri pursued a renewal with the Serbia international, but efforts stalled under former executive Damien Comolli, with no agreement in sight as the contract neared its conclusion.
During the last season of his Juventus contract, Vlahovic was the club’s top earner, earning a net salary of around €12 million. Juventus had always known that any renewal would likely require the striker to accept a pay cut, aligning his wages with the club’s current financial structure. After months of negotiation and counteroffers, a renewal could not be secured, leaving Vlahovic available on a free transfer. While he had been linked with moves to Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea, the only concrete offer presently on the table is reportedly from Vincenzo Italiano’s Besiktas, although recent reports suggest Vlahovic is not keen on a move to Turkey at this stage of his career.
In Turin on May 24, 2026, Vlahovic celebrated a goal for Juventus in the Serie A clash against Torino at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, a moment captured in coverage by Getty Images. The latest developments now indicate that Vlahovic could be reconsidering a return to Juventus, with reports emerging on Thursday that he has personally contacted his former employers in Turin to discuss the possibility of rejoining the club.
According to updates from Tuttosport on Thursday, Juventus have “left the door open” for a potential comeback, but the club’s terms would have to be strictly observed. In practical terms, this would mean Vlahovic returning only if he accepts a significant reduction in wages to bring him in line with Juventus’s current top earners, a figure estimated to be around €6 million per season, in comparison to the club’s highest earners, Kenan Yildiz and Jonathan David. Juventus have also signaled they would not entertain substantial bonuses or commission fees paid to Vlahovic’s father, who acts as his agent.
Tuttosport adds that Juventus management also want to see a change in Vlahovic’s attitude, calling for a reduction in the bravado perceived during his final year with the club. The overarching aim is to secure a deal that fits Juventus’s financial strategy and squad philosophy, while ensuring the player’s commitment on and off the pitch. If these conditions can be met, a return could be on the table; otherwise, Juventus may continue to explore other options in the market.
Ultimately, the situation remains fluid, with Carnevali’s approach signaling a cautious, terms-driven path to any potential reunion. Juventus will be weighing Sergio considerations, including wage structure, incentives, and behavioral expectations, before any formal negotiations progress. For Vlahovic, the path back to Turin would entail a significant salary adjustment, a disciplined attitude, and alignment with the club’s current strategic direction. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see whether the two sides can bridge the gap and formalize a renewed partnership, or whether Vlahovic will pursue alternatives elsewhere.