With Paulo Dybala unlikely to sign a contract extension with Juventus in January, three former Bianconeri stars discuss whether or not the club should stick with the Argentinean striker.
Dybala’s deal at the Allianz Stadium expires in June 2022. He had reportedly reached an agreement to extend his stay at the club until 2026, but the Serie A giants are planning to change the terms of the agreement mainly due to Dybala’s physical issues.
Dybala’s future at Juventus in doubt: could leave as a free agent
According to Il Corriere dello Sport and La Gazzetta dello Sport, Dybala won’t sign a contract extension in January.
Even if he is unlikely to leave Turin as a free agent, he could still talk to other clubs from January when he will be eligible to sign a pre-contract agreement with any other team without Juventus’ consent.
Fans and pundits are discussing the future of La Joya in Turin and La Gazzetta dello Sport asked Antonio Cabrini, Aldo Serena and Angelo Di Livio, three former Juventus players, what they make of Dybala’s future at the club.
Cabrini
“Dybala has nothing to prove, he is at the peak of his career. However, when it comes to extending his contract, other factors must be taken into account.
“The club must consider the times we are living, the economic impact and the programs for the future. These are choices that only those who have a clear view of the situation can make.”
Serena
“I would understand Juve should they offer him a shorter deal. I am convinced Juventus would go all-in on him if he would show consistency. They’ve always waited for Dybala and he has always been at the core of the project.
“However, Juventus must consider his recent injuries, so it’s fair to be cautious. To me, Dybala was at his peak during the first part of the first Allegri era, when he was playing with Gonzalo Higuain.
“He used to make the difference, now he is not as exciting and he needs a new tactical collocation.”
Di Livio
“Paulo is a top player, but he’s been suffering too many injuries. Still, he must stay at Juventus because Juventus need him.
“He is the No.10, like Alessandro Del Piero or Francesco Totti. If Dybala is fit, he can play the same role as them. It has already happened in the past. You always tie these players down to a new contract.”