Juventus will reportedly complete the transfer of Lille defender Tiago Djalo within days.
The 23-year-old was supposed to head to Inter next summer, but the Bianconeri managed to usurp their rivals in the race, somewhat replicating the Gleison Bremer transfer saga of the summer of 2022.
While the Nerazzurri waited for the player’s contract to expire in the summer to sign him on a free transfer, Juventus reached an agreement with Lille, who are more than happy to receive a transfer fee, even if it is a relatively small one.
According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, the operation will cost the Old Lady 3.5 million euros, in addition to bonuses.
Additionally, the French club will be entitled to a 10% sales commission if the Italian giants sell Djalo in the future.
For his part, the defender has already given his approval and is preparing to take the flight to Italy.
Di Marzio expects the Portuguese to land in Turin between Tuesday and Wednesday to undergo medical examinations and sign a four and a half year contract with Juventus.
Djalo began his career at Sporting and then had a brief spell at Primavera Milano before joining Lille in 2019.
The center-back established himself as one of the most promising young defenders in Ligue 1. However, an ACL injury kept him out of action since March.
It remains to be seen what Juventus has in store for their new signing for the rest of the season.
