As the summer transfer window heats up, Juventus once again find themselves linked with Domenico Berardi—a name long associated with the Turin giants but never officially on their team sheet.
At nearly 31 years old, the Sassuolo talisman remains one of Serie A’s most technically gifted wingers, boasting a left foot that has tormented defenses for over a decade.
Remarkably, Berardi has remained loyal to Sassuolo throughout his career, despite numerous opportunities to jump ship.
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Domenico Berardi 📸
While he was technically co-owned by Juventus between 2013 and 2015, the Calabrian winger never took the field in black and white, opting instead to continue growing in Emilia-Romagna. His story with Sassuolo stands as a rare example of unwavering loyalty in modern football.
A career-defining summer ahead
Last summer, Berardi came agonizingly close to joining Juventus, even withdrawing from Sassuolo’s matchday squad after reportedly agreeing to the move.
However, the deal collapsed when Sassuolo rejected the Bianconeri’s offer. Berardi then suffered an ACL injury, which kept him sidelined for several months and scared off further interest.
Despite the setback, the Euro 2020 winner returned to action with purpose, helping Sassuolo gain immediate promotion back to Serie A.
Domenico Berardi 📸
He tallied an impressive six goals and 14 assists in 29 appearances, proving he still has plenty to offer at the top level.
Now, according to Il Corriere dello Sport via IlBianconero, Juventus could finally secure his signature. With major changes expected in their attacking line this summer, Berardi’s experience, leadership, and creative spark could be exactly what the club needs as they look to compete in next season’s UEFA Champions League.
After years of flirtation, could this finally be the summer when Berardi trades green and black for the iconic black and white? The pieces may finally be falling into place.