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Juventus Confirm Grabara ACL Surgery as Neto Agrees Short‑Term Return

The operation leaves Juventus reliant on Guglielmo Vicario, prompting the club to secure experienced short‑term cover and to scout younger goalkeepers for the future.

Overview

  • Kamil Grabara underwent successful anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction on Wednesday and faces an estimated six‑to‑seven month rehabilitation before returning to play.
  • Juventus have reached an agreement in principle to sign 37‑year‑old free agent Norberto 'Neto' Murara on a deal to June 2027, with the move subject to a medical before it is finalised.
  • Guglielmo Vicario is now Juventus’s undisputed first choice, increasing his playing workload and making his fitness and form central to the team’s immediate prospects.
  • With the transfer window closed, the club prioritized an experienced, low‑cost free agent for immediate cover and considered several alternatives before selecting Neto.
  • Beyond short‑term cover, Juventus are actively scouting younger keepers such as Frosinone’s Lorenzo Palmisani to build a long‑term succession plan while Grabara begins rehabilitation.