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Edon Zhegrova to Juventus – YES!

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1 year ago

August 20, 2025

Juventus has accelerated its pursuit of Edon Zhegrova, with the Kosovan winger now at the top of the club’s shortlist. According to football insider Nico Schira, Juventus management has been working tirelessly in recent days to secure the transfer.

Even on his 47th birthday, technical director François Modesto reportedly spent much of the day on the phone to move the negotiations forward.

What makes Zhegrova stand out is his versatility. Born in 1999, he has shown the ability to adapt across several attacking roles. He can play as a winger on both flanks, operate as an attacking midfielder behind a striker, or even step in as a second forward when needed.

For coach Igor Tudor, his dynamic profile also makes him an option as a wide player in a 3-4-2-1 system, giving Juventus tactical flexibility. This adaptability is a major attraction for the Bianconeri.

In Zhegrova, the club sees the value of “three players for the price of one.” His pace, creativity, and technical ability make him the ideal addition to Juventus’ squad depth. Another important factor is his chemistry with new Juventus striker Jonathan David.

The two played together for years at Lille, and their partnership was highly effective. Reuniting them in Turin could provide immediate attacking cohesion.

The competition and Juventus’ advantage

The biggest rival for Juventus in this race has been Olympique Marseille. However, the French club, currently managed by Roberto De Zerbi, is struggling with internal issues and an oversized squad.

These problems have forced Marseille to slow down their transfer activity, giving Juventus the opportunity to step in decisively. Reports suggest Zhegrova has already given his approval to the move to Turin.

A deal has been drafted for a contract until 2030, worth €2.5 million per season plus performance-related bonuses. His agent, Hasan Çetinkaya, maintains strong ties with Lille’s management and is now working to finalize the transfer swiftly.

Zhegrova’s time at Lille appears to be nearing its natural end. He has already informed the French club that he will not renew his contract, which expires in June 2026. Lille is determined not to lose him for free, as they recently did with Jonathan David.

Initially, the club valued Zhegrova at €25 million, but negotiations are expected to close at around €18–20 million. Considering today’s transfer market prices, Juventus sees this as an attractive investment.

For Zhegrova, Italy might feel like destiny. Back in 2011, at an international youth tournament, he caught the attention of AC Milan, who came very close to signing him.

However, the deal collapsed due to FIFA rules restricting international transfers of players under 16. Now, years later, the winger could finally arrive in Serie A—this time wearing the black and white of Juventus instead of the red and black of Milan.

For Juventus, the signing would not only strengthen their attack but also bring an added layer of satisfaction: a chance for Zhegrova to take symbolic revenge on the club that once slipped from his grasp.