Juventus contacted Zhekelais, Comoli: Tudor continues to lead the team and uses data to win

Italian transfer expert Romano reported that Juventus and Manchester United have contacted Victor Djekelais's agent, while Arsenal has put aside negotiations and turned to Leipzig striker Sesco.

Zebras have regarded Portuguese sports star Tzekelish as a possible reinforcement for the 2025-26 season. According to Turin Sports, although both Arsenal and Manchester United are interested in the Swedish international, he is the "dream signing" of the Zebras.

Transfer expert Romano revealed further situations about Dzekelish, saying that negotiations between the Gunners and the Swedish star were temporarily put on hold. Arsenal now sees Sesco as a priority for strengthening the offense, which leaves room for other clubs to explore the trades of Zhekelais.

Romano claims that Manchester United had contacted the representative of Dzekelish last week, but it may be difficult for the Red Devils to reach a deal due to financial reasons, especially given their lack of revenue from the Champions League in the 2025-26 season. Romano confirmed that even Juventus had contacted the Swedish striker's agent over the weekend.

Romano pointed out: "We know that it is complicated for Italian clubs to reach such a deal. I am not saying that Juventus will sign Dzekelish, but I can guarantee that Juventus has called to find out the situation over the weekend."

Juventus' new general manager Damien Comoli confirmed that after the club's World Cup, Tudor will continue to coach the team next season.

This Tuesday, the new general manager of the Zebra Legion Comoli made his first speech to the Italian media at a press conference held at the Allianz Stadium, with one of the main topics being Tudor's future.

Croatian coach replaced Thiago Mota in March to take over the coaching staff, and his contract was automatically extended to 2026 after ensuring his qualification for the Champions League next season.

However, Juventus has the right to pay 1 million euros to terminate Tudor's contract by July 31, 2025, after the club had negotiated with Conte and Gasperini. However, Comoli confirmed to the outside world that Tudor will continue to lead the team in the new season.

Comoli said: "I can confirm that after the club's World Cup, Tudor will be the head coach next season."

Comoli has held various positions in European football, including the chief scout and the chairman. As former Toulouse chairman, Comoli has had intersections with Tudor, who has coached the French Ligue 1 team Marseille. He recalled: "Tudore's Marseille beat us twice that year."

"We laughed at it, and I told him, 'Do you remember what I told you after those games?' Not many coaches can maintain this intensity and mental strength, he still remembers. He did a great job in Marseille, and their intensity and mental strength were excellent that season."

Juventus' new general manager Damien Comoli said he would hire two more directors and hold talks with Serbian striker Vlahovic, while French international Korlo Muyani may stay at Torino after the club's World Cup.

Comoli held his first press conference as the new general manager of the Zebra Legion on Tuesday, talking about the various situations in the first team. Comoli said: "I am very happy to be here and I am honored to be the general manager of one of the largest clubs in the world."

"I grew up watching this club for various reasons. I was attracted by this ever-winning team. Juventus has always been a role model. I have been to Del Alp as a scout, and I admire the culture of Juventus." The club's legendary star Chiellini was promoted to director of football strategy, but Comoli plans to hire two more executives: a sports director and a technical director. "I talked about his role (Chillini) and we will work closely on all aspects of the club, including technical and commercial aspects. We are a member of the same UEFA committee and he will work with the Italian Football Association and UEFA on our behalf."

"I am passionate about the youth training department, we will move from one area to another, and we work very well. We have established a football strategy committee that will discuss youth teams and first teams. Chielini will be one of them and he will not be responsible for transfers or training."

"I want to hire a sports director who will be responsible for transfers and management. , participate in the transfer market and focus on the youth team, report directly to me. I already have a candidate in my mind, it is a process, but we don’t want to be hasty. Once the structure is determined, we will also determine the personnel. We will also have a technical director who also reports to me."

Comoli added that he will look for two right-hand men: "We need a process, I believe we will complete it before the next transfer window (July 1), but we don’t want to rush it."

Comoli also confirmed that Muani will stay at Juventus to participate in the Club World Cup. "We have reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain to extend Muani's loan period. I've talked with this player last week and he decided to play in the club's World Cup and he will stay. We talked with Paris Saint-Germain and I'm optimistic about reaching a deal for the whole season. Paris Saint-Germain has not closed the door to loan and he also tends to stay."

On the other hand, Vlahovic's contract expires in 2026, and there are reports that he will leave this summer. "I talked to Tousan last week and he should be back soon, I want to talk to him (again) and understand what he thinks. He is a top player, but something isn't working. I realize it's not enough, I don't know who to blame. I have to talk to this player, understand him, no doubt he is a top player and we need to understand what his intentions are. ”

For many years, Comoli has been using data to carry out his work in football, and his approach will not change after joining Juventus. "When I first met my boss, someone asked me what I wanted to achieve, and I said I wanted to win. I can't guarantee that we will win, but I can guarantee that I will do everything possible to win. ”

" When you see Juventus' jersey, the only thing you have to do is try to win. It will be my obsession and it is already part of this club culture. "

" This has been part of my career, and I have worked with data for 25 years. I always think that when people choose me, they hope I can bring my experience. I believe the same is true in Juventus. We are hired to create emotions, and at the same time, as decision makers we must be emotionally guided, but be rational. August 1, 2025, this will be my 33rd year in football, and I have never encountered a more logical approach than using data. ”

"My frustration is seeing a lot of bad scout decisions in the past. I want to know: How can we be more accurate? The Moneyball principle is very useful and can be helpful in the market. I'm obsessed with improvement, to do that, you need a competitive advantage, and for that, I leverage data. ”

Finally, Comoli was asked about the details of the summer transfer strategy, but he was reluctant to provide a detailed reply. “I am very open, but there is one thing I am not open, and that is the transfer. I tend to be more conservative in this matter. We had a discussion with coaches, Chiellini and Scanavino. We have an idea, we are considering Igor's approach. What I can say is that of course adjustments need to be made, but not radical changes. ”

Sky Sports reported that Juventus had contacted Marseille about the transfer of Leonardo Valerdi, but the opponent's head coach Dezelbi was unwilling to sell the 26-year-old Argentine defender.

There have been reports that Zebras coach Tudor would like to introduce the central defender who had been in Marseille at the time. Italian Sky Sports transfer expert Di Mazio revealed that Juventus has called Marseille to ask about the possibility of introducing the defender, but found that the opponent had no intention of transfer negotiations.

The A giants are looking for a new central defender as they hope to restore stability in their defense, especially Brazilian defender Bremer has not fully recovered from a knee injury last October.

Valerdi played in Marseille for 5 years, making 164 appearances and became the captain of the Ligue 1 team. His contract with Marseille until 2028, and while Tudor was coaching, he made 44 appearances and scored a goal.

Juventus' new general manager Damien Comooli confirmed on Tuesday that Tudor will continue to coach the team in the 2025-26 season after the club's World Cup.