Neto set for Juventus medical on September 27
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Reports indicate goalkeeper Neto is scheduled to undergo his Juventus medical on September 27, moving closer to a free transfer from Fiorentina.
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Attributed to original sourceFree agent Neto is expected to undergo his Juventus medical tests on Sunday, ready to begin training with Luciano Spalletti’s team from Monday.
The Bianconeri found themselves needing to bolster the squad with another goalkeeper after the devastating anterior cruciate ligament injury for Kamil Grabara.
That happened after a routine training exercise, and the Polish shot-stopper is expected to be out of action for anywhere up to seven months following surgery.
Neto ready for Juventus return TURIN, ITALY – MARCH 20: Norberto Murara Neto of Juventus FC looks on prior to the Serie A match between Torino FC and Juventus FC at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on March 20, 2016 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) Neto was quickly able to agree personal terms for a short-term contract to June 2027.
According to reports , the Brazilian is expected to be in Turin later tonight and will undergo his medical tests on Sunday at the J|Medical Centre.
Juventus are currently taking time off during the break for international duty and will resume training on Monday, with Neto added to Spalletti’s group.
TURIN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 28: Norberto Murara Neto of Juventus FC looks on during the TIM Cup match between Juventus FC and SSC Napoli at Juventus Arena on February 28, 2017 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) This represents a return to the Old Lady for the 37-year-old, who had already worn the white and black stripes from 2015 to 2017.
He has since played for Valencia, Barcelona, Bournemouth, Arsenal and most recently Botafogo, with that contract expiring on June 30.
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What happened
Brazilian goalkeeper Neto is reportedly set to complete his move to Juventus with a medical scheduled for September 27. The shot-stopper's contract with Fiorentina had expired, allowing him to negotiate freely with the Serie A champions. Juventus had been in the market for a backup goalkeeper following the departure of Marco Storari, and Neto emerged as their preferred option. The medical will be the final step before the free transfer is formally announced.
Chance analysis
Juventus look set to land an experienced Serie A goalkeeper without a transfer fee, reinforcing their squad depth ahead of a campaign in which they will balance domestic and European commitments. Neto arrives as a clear number two behind Gianluigi Buffon, giving the Bianconeri reliable cover and competition in a position that had been a question mark after Storari's exit. For Fiorentina, losing a starter on a free is a significant blow that will force them into the market for a replacement between the posts.
Juventus add an experienced backup goalkeeper on a free transfer, improving squad depth without altering their first-choice hierarchy.