Dusan Vlahovic Set For Juventus Return With Pay Cut

Juventus Mulls Vlahovic’s Free‑Agent Opportunity

The Serbian striker is now a free agent after his contract with Juventus expired on June 30, leaving him available for any club that meets his terms. The Old Lady tried to secure a new deal for over a year, but negotiations faltered under former CEO Damien Comolli. During his final season Vlahovic earned a net €12 million, the highest salary in Serie A at the time.

Recent reports indicate Vlahovic has personally contacted Juventus to explore a reunion, showing he is open to returning under the right circumstances. New CEO Giovanni Carnevali has left the door open, yet insists any comeback will follow Juventus’s strict financial rules. This means the forward would likely accept a wage reduction to around €6 million, placing him in line with current top earners such as Kenan Yildiz and Jonathan David.

Financial considerations extend beyond his salary; Juventus have made it clear they will not provide large bonuses or commission fees to Vlahovic’s father, who also serves as his agent. Additionally, the management expects a change in the player’s attitude, citing concerns over the bravado displayed during his last year with the club.

While Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Chelsea have been linked to him, only Besiktas has made a concrete approach, a move Vlahovic now wishes to avoid. His reluctance to relocate to Turkey adds another layer, making a return to Juventus a more plausible option if wage and attitude conditions are satisfied.

What a Return Would Mean for Juve

Re‑signing Vlahovic could strengthen Juventus’s attacking options without a transfer fee, fitting the club’s rebuild strategy on a tighter budget. The financial commitment—especially the reduced wage bill—must be weighed against other squad priorities. The decision will also signal to other potential recruits how Juventus handles salary negotiations moving forward.

Here’s a quick look at the clubs that have been linked to Vlahovic during his free‑agent window:

• Barcelona
• Bayern Munich
• Chelsea
• Besiktas

Next Steps for Both Parties

Juventus are expected to present Vlahovic with a formal offer that outlines the exact wage cut and any behavioral expectations before any agreement is finalized. Vlahovic will consider the appeal of returning to a familiar environment against the potential loss of income and the need to adjust his on‑field conduct. The upcoming weeks are crucial as both sides aim to resolve the four key issues highlighted by Tuttosport: salary, bonuses, agent fees and attitude. A resolution could see the striker back training with the squad in pre‑season, while a failure would open the door for other clubs to pursue his services without competition from Juventus.