Juventus and Wojciech Szczesny have officially parted ways, marking the end of the Polish goalkeeper’s tenure with the Bianconeri. The club and player have reached an agreement for an early termination of his contract, which was originally set to expire on June 30, 2025.
Financial Implications
Szczesny, who was earning an annual gross salary of approximately €13 million, will receive a substantial severance package. However, this amount will be less than the €6.5 million net he would have earned in his final year with Juventus. This decision aligns with the club’s broader strategy to manage its financial resources more effectively.
The club has disclosed that this operation will result in a negative economic impact of €1.6 million on the 2023/2024 financial year, due to the adjustment of the net book value of the player’s registration rights.
Strategic Considerations
Szczesny’s role in the team had been diminished following the arrival of new coach Thiago Motta and the signing of goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio from Monza. By terminating Szczesny’s contract, Juventus aims to lighten its wage bill and create room for new investments in various positions, including defense (potentially Kalulu), midfield (possibly Koopmeiners), and attacking wings (with targets like Edwards, Conceicao, or Galeno).
Szczesny’s Juventus Legacy
During his seven-year stint with Juventus, Szczesny made 252 official appearances, with 200 of those in Serie A. He kept 100 clean sheets (103 if including partial matches) and saved 9 penalties across Serie A and Champions League competitions. His save percentage of 73% ranks him first in Serie A since his arrival in Turin.
The Polish international contributed significantly to Juventus’ success, helping the team secure 8 trophies: 3 Italian championships, 3 Italian Cups, and 2 Italian Super Cups.
Club Statement
Juventus released an official statement expressing gratitude for Szczesny’s contributions:
“Wojciech Szczesny and Juventus say goodbye after seven seasons together. From July 2017, when ‘Tek’ first joined the Juventus family, a strong bond was formed. With 252 official appearances, including 200 in Serie A, Szczesny became the 7th foreign player to reach 200 appearances for Juventus since the 1994/95 season. His impressive statistics and trophy haul demonstrate his significant impact on the club. Juventus fans worldwide will always cherish the man and professional who wore our jersey with pride and commitment. Thank you for everything, Tek, and good luck for the future!”
