Juventus won’t respond directly to the latest words by Leonardo Bonucci directly, but they made it known that they disagree with the timetable of the events provided by the defender. The management and the player had a formal meeting back in October. They settled some outstanding sums but didn’t modify his previous contract, which would have lasted until 2024, plus a conditioned option, TuttoSport relays.
The previous apical executives Francesco Calvo and Federico Cherubini suggested a grand farewell in front of the fans, as Giorgio Chiellini did, in early 2024. It would have happened after the Milan game. The center-back turned it down.
Bonucci convened with Massimiliano Allegri, whom he blames for his two Juventus exits, in March. The coach advised him to retire, but the player had different ideas. He held out hope a coaching change could lead to a U-turn.
According to the outlet, it’s hard to believe the veteran learned he wouldn’t stay only in July. He was caught weeping while leaving the pitch after the Udinese match, where he had asked to start because it could have been his final Bianconeri appearance. Moreover, the front office informed his agent of their plans in May.
Our Take on Juventus and Bonucci
The truth probably lies in the middle. Still, the sooner everybody moves on and stops talking about it, the merrier, as the final outcome was rather acceptable.
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