Juventus have completed the signing of goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario from Tottenham Hotspur, the club announced on Tuesday. The Italian shot-stopper joins on a loan deal that includes an option for Juventus to buy him permanently, according to the club's official website.
Vicario arrives after a difficult spell at Tottenham, where he fell down the pecking order under manager Roberto De Zerbi. Goal.com reports that the 29-year-old went from being the club's first-choice keeper to third in the squad, prompting his departure. The move brings the Italian back to Serie A, where he previously played for Empoli before joining Tottenham.
The transfer fee structure was not disclosed in the official announcement, but Sportmediaset reports the deal is structured as a loan with a purchase option. Juventus' sporting director is reportedly already looking at further defensive reinforcements, with Corriere dello Sport linking the club to AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori as a potential target.
In his first comments as a Juventus player, Vicario acknowledged the weight of the move, saying he will carry significant responsibility but that joining the club is a dream, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. The goalkeeper is expected to compete for the starting spot as Juventus look to strengthen their squad for the season ahead.
Vicario's arrival signals Juventus' intent to bolster their goalkeeping department, and the club's transfer activity may not be finished yet. Fans will be watching to see whether Tomori or other targets follow through the door before the window closes.
