Juventus are forced to react quickly following Kamil Grabara’s serious injury, with former Bianconeri goalkeeper Neto emerging as the leading candidate to arrive in Turin. The Brazilian goalkeeper is currently a free agent, meaning Juventus can sign him even after the transfer window has closed. A final agreement has not yet been reached, but a decision could be made very soon.
GRABARA’S SERIOUS INJURY CHANGES JUVENTUS’ PLANS
Grabara suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury to his right knee and is expected to be sidelined for a long period. His absence has left Juventus without their planned alternative to first-choice goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Luciano Spalletti confirmed that the club’s management is considering all options, including the possibility of signing a free agent. The club therefore wants to find a solution during the international break.
NETO EMERGES AS BIANCONERI’S FIRST CHOICE
According to Tuttosport, Neto is currently Juventus’ preferred option. His representatives have already informed the club that the Brazilian is completely open to returning. Neto’s most recent spell was with Botafogo, and since he is a free agent, Juventus would not need to negotiate with another club for his arrival.
Other names linked with Juventus, including Sergio Rico, Alfred Gomis and Adam Stejskal, are reportedly currently further away from being signed.
SKY: JUVENTUS WANT TO REACH AN AGREEMENT WITHIN THE NEXT 24 HOURS
Sky Sport Italia has provided another important detail: Juventus want to complete the signing of a goalkeeper within the next 24 hours. Neto is waiting for a formal offer from Turin, while there are reportedly no obstacles on his side regarding financial terms.
This means negotiations could be concluded quickly if Juventus make a final decision. An agreement has still not been reached, and the club has not officially confirmed that an offer has been submitted.
A RETURN AFTER NINE YEARS?
Neto already wore the Juventus shirt from 2015 to 2017. During his two seasons in Turin, he won two Serie A titles and two Coppa Italia trophies, while also reaching the Champions League final with the team. The Brazilian knows the club, the pressure and the role of a backup goalkeeper, making him a solution that would not require a long adaptation period.
THE DECISION IS NOW UP TO JUVENTUS
The situation is now clearer: Neto wants to return, there are no major obstacles regarding his salary, and he is waiting for an official offer.
Juventus must decide whether to activate the operation and immediately provide Vicario with an experienced backup. The next 24 hours could bring a final answer, but until the club confirms it, Neto’s return remains a possibility rather than a completed deal.
Sources: Sky Sport Italia and Tuttosport.
