Juventus is known for selling their young talent from the Next Gen team to fund transfers for the first team. This strategy has sparked debate on whether it will lead to success or regret for the club. Some players like Matias Soule and Dean Huijsen have been sold, while others like Nicolo Fagioli, Fabio Miretti, and Kenan Yildiz have become key players for the first team. The Next Gen team was created in 2018 to bridge the gap between the youth team and the senior squad, giving young players a chance to develop and showcase their skills.
Juventus’ sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli, has relied on the Next Gen team to generate funds for transfers. While some players have been sold for modest fees, others like Radu Dragusin have been sold for significant profits. Recent sales of players like Samuel Iling Junior, Koni De Winter, and Enzo Berrenchea have brought in substantial amounts, totaling around 86 million euros when combined with other sales.
The potential arrival of Teun Koopmeiners could further strengthen Juventus’ midfield, creating a formidable team under the guidance of Thiago Motta. The success of this strategy will be determined by Juventus’ performance in domestic and European competitions in the coming years. If they achieve success, the club will have more financial resources to invest in the future without relying on selling their young talents. Only time will tell if Juventus’ decision to sell their Next Gen players was the right move, as it could lead to both success for the club and individual achievements for the players who have been sold.
