Juventus and Dusan Vlahovic are nearing an agreement on a contract extension, though a formal meeting involving all stakeholders is still pending and essential before any deal can be finalized.
Vlahovic’s father, Milos, recently visited his son in Turin. However, a planned meeting with club officials couldn’t proceed as CEO Damien Comolli was away on scouting missions and international commitments. Consequently, contract discussions were confined to the family. A new meeting involving all parties is now anticipated before the Easter holiday.
The general terms of the potential agreement are already clear to both the club and the player’s representatives. Juventus intends to adhere to the salary structure established during Kenan Yildiz’s recent renewal. This implies Vlahovic would need to accept a pay cut, bringing his net annual salary to €6-7 million, approximately half of his current earnings.
In exchange for this reduced salary, Vlahovic’s camp is reportedly seeking a significant signing-on bonus to compensate for the decrease in annual income.
Juventus Offers Vlahovic Three-Year Extension
Regarding the contract duration, there is a mutual understanding for a maximum three-year extension, possibly with an optional year in the club’s favor. This would replace the original five-year deal.
Sources indicate that Vlahovic himself is genuinely inclined to remain at the club. A key factor influencing his decision has been a frank discussion with coach Luciano Spalletti, who has reassured the Serbian striker of his crucial role in the team’s future attacking plans.
Furthermore, alleged interest from Barcelona and various Premier League clubs has not translated into any concrete offers. While AC Milan has maintained some communication, they have not put forward a formal proposal. This absence of serious alternative offers significantly bolsters Juventus’ position in the negotiations and could be a decisive factor.
Finalizing Vlahovic’s renewal would also strategically preserve a potentially limited summer transfer budget, allowing funds to be allocated for strengthening other areas of the squad. This makes the deal crucial from both a sporting and financial perspective.