Michele Di Gregorio’s Summer Decision
Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio turned down a move to Liverpool last summer, as revealed by his agent, Carlo Alberto Belloni. The Reds had identified Di Gregorio as a top target during Arne Slot’s first transfer window, but the Italian star chose to join Juventus instead.
Liverpool’s Pursuit of a New Goalkeeper
Liverpool’s interest in Di Gregorio was fueled by uncertainty over the future of their backup goalkeeper, Caoimhin Kelleher, who had attracted attention from other clubs. Di Gregorio, who impressed during his time at Monza, was seen as a strong candidate for the role.
Speaking to Tuttosport following Juventus’ recent 2-0 victory over Manchester City, Belloni confirmed Liverpool’s approach:
“We said no to Liverpool in the summer to join the Juventus project. Michele has an incredible mentality and is working hard to improve continuously. He even set up a home gym to train on his days off. His goal is to help Juventus rewrite history and win major trophies.”
A Stellar Start at Juventus
Di Gregorio has quickly established himself as a key player for Juventus, delivering standout performances in both Serie A and the Champions League. Highlights of his season include:
- 7 clean sheets in 11 Serie A matches
- 2 Champions League shutouts, including victories over Aston Villa and Manchester City.
His exceptional form has solidified Juventus’ defence and justified their decision to prioritize him over other options.
Liverpool’s Alternative: Giorgi Mamardashvili
Although Liverpool missed out on Di Gregorio, they acted swiftly to sign Georgian goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili for £29.6m. The 24-year-old, hailed as an exciting talent, was loaned back to Valencia for the season to continue his development.
Meanwhile, Kelleher remained at Anfield and has stepped up in the absence of first-choice goalkeeper Alisson, who is recovering from a long-term injury. With Mamardashvili set to join Liverpool’s squad next summer, the Reds are well-positioned for the future.
Juventus’ Ambitious Vision
Di Gregorio’s decision to join Juventus highlights the club’s ability to attract top talent as they aim to reclaim domestic and European dominance. For Liverpool, their focus remains on building a balanced squad under Arne Slot, blending experienced players with rising stars.
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