"As La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) report this morning, on the day of his appointment as Juventus CEO Damien Comolli was clear: the club must keep an eye on its finances. There will be no big investments in transfer fees, unless there are some 'painful' sales first. So, free transfers could become the opportunities to seize for Juve, as the Jonathan David deal teaches us. Huge commissions and salary demands will not be tolerated, but chances to strengthen the squad will be explored."
"Maignan turned 30 this summer and is therefore in the prime of his career. He boasts undeniable technical and mental qualities, and has nearly 400 professional appearances under his belt for club and country. His contract with Milan expires at the end of the season and negotiations over a possible contract extension stalled some time ago. Mike is understandably drawn to the Premier League, with Chelsea the prime candidate to welcome him in a new kit next summer."
"However, nothing is set in stone yet, which is why Juventus are hoping they can pull off a surprise coup. The Bianconeri are starting at a disadvantage and would struggle to match any monstrous offers from England, but Maignan has always felt comfortable in Italy and this could have an impact. Mike's friendship with compatriot Khephren Thuram and the former Milan man Pierre Kalulu may play a part too."
Juventus seek a new long-term number one goalkeeper while prioritising financial prudence under CEO Damien Comolli and avoiding large transfer fees without 'painful' sales. Free transfers are being targeted, with limitations on commissions and high wages. Mike Maignan, 30, is valued for his technical and mental attributes and almost 400 club and international appearances. Maignan's Milan contract expires next season and extension talks have stalled. Chelsea are the leading Premier League suitors, but Juventus hope Maignan's comfort in Italy and friendships with Khephren Thuram and Pierre Kalulu might influence his decision despite expected wage demands above €3m net.
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