Juventus make serious move for Galeno: Direct contact between Giuntoli and Bertolucci

Juventus have officially launched its mission to secure Porto’s Brazilian left-winger Galeno. Yesterday, Juventus’ sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli met with the player’s agent, Bertolucci, in a significant development that signals the club’s serious intent.

Calciomercato detail how the meeting yielded positive results, with Galeno showing a clear and total openness to joining the Bianconeri. Despite having at least two other offers on the table, the player has prioritized a move to the Old Lady.

Galeno recently showcased his talent in the Portuguese Super Cup, where he played a crucial role in Porto’s remarkable comeback from 0-3 down, scoring a brace. While Galeno is a fundamental player for Porto, the club maintains its policy that no player is unsellable, albeit at a high price. Porto’s initial asking price is set at €35 million, partly driven by their need to sell due to financial fair play constraints.

Giuntoli’s strategy involves first reaching an agreement with Bertolucci on Galeno’s personal terms, which is expected to be relatively straightforward. Following this, Juventus plans to submit their first official offer to Porto, starting at around €25 million.

An interesting development in the negotiations is the potential inclusion of defender Tiago Djaló as part of the deal. Porto has shown interest in the player, and discussions are ongoing regarding this possibility.

As the talks progress, it’s becoming increasingly clear that both Juventus and Galeno are keen on making this transfer a reality. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether the two clubs can bridge the gap in their valuations and finalize the deal.