Juventus is engaged in ongoing negotiations with Parma regarding striker Mateo Pellegrino. Despite Crystal Palace’s recent efforts to step in, the main obstacle appears to be the terms, rather than the €30 million price tag.
With the recent departure of Dusan Vlahovic as a free agent, Juventus is seeking to bolster their attacking options, especially with talents like Lois Openda and Jonathan David also available.
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As discussions regarding Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain continue, Juventus is now placing considerable attention on Pellegrino.
Juventus Strives for Pellegrino Deal
TURIN, ITALY – MARCH 13: Mateo Pellegrino of Parma Calcio scored during a Serie A match against Torino FC at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on March 13, 2026. (Photo by Chris Ricco/Getty Images)
Initial reports indicated that Parma had rejected an initial offer, but discussions are ongoing in hopes of reaching a resolution.
The main issues seem to revolve around not just the €30 million fee, but also the proposed structure. Juventus desires a loan arrangement with an option to buy, which would become mandatory should specific conditions be fulfilled.
VERONA, ITALY – NOVEMBER 23: Mateo Pellegrino of Parma celebrated scoring with teammates Patrick Cutrone and Adrian Bernabe during a Serie A match against Hellas Verona FC at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on November 23, 2025. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)
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Additionally, a percentage of the fee is owed to Pellegrino’s former club, Velez Sarsfield. The Ducali acquired him from Velez for just €1.64 million back in February 2025, but they owe seven percent of any future transfer fee.
Last season, the 24-year-old scored 12 goals and provided 1 assist in 39 appearances for Parma across Serie A and the Coppa Italia.
As noted by Sportitalia transfer expert Gianluigi Longari, Crystal Palace has made an attempt to swoop in, but Pellegrino is reportedly set on joining Juventus.