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Juventus Confirms Di Gregorio to No. 16, McKennie to 22

The switch underscores stalled renewal talks that send McKennie into the season on an expiring contract.

Overview

  • Juventus announced the squad-number change in a club video, with Michele Di Gregorio taking 16 and Weston McKennie moving to 22.
  • Di Gregorio sought No. 16 for personal reasons linked to the memory of his late father.
  • Negotiations to extend McKennie’s deal have not yielded agreement, and his contract is due to expire on June 30, 2026.
  • A draft three-year renewal with higher wages was explored under Cristiano Giuntoli, but discussions slowed after Damien Comolli assumed sporting leadership.
  • Juventus rejected Napoli’s offer of €12 million plus €2 million in bonuses for Fabio Miretti, opting to keep the midfielder.