Juventus Secure Loan Deal for Chelsea’s Renato Veiga
Chelsea and Juventus have reached a verbal agreement for a €5 million loan deal for Renato Veiga, with the versatile player set to return to Stamford Bridge ahead of the Club World Cup in June.
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The Athletic
Written by
Steve Worrell
Renato Veiga, Chelsea’s 21-year-old utility player, will join Juventus on loan for the remainder of the season, filling critical gaps in the Italian side’s defense after injuries to key players. Juventus will pay a €5 million loan fee, with an additional €1 million in potential bonuses, and there is no purchase option included in the agreement. Veiga, who has earned full international honors with Portugal since joining Chelsea from Basel in 2024, will return to Stamford Bridge in mid-June to rejoin the squad for the Club World Cup.
- Loan Agreement Details:
- Juventus will pay a €5 million loan fee plus €1 million in potential bonuses.
- The deal does not include a buy option, ensuring Veiga’s return to Chelsea in June.
- Chelsea’s Perspective:
- Veiga has featured primarily in Conference League matches for Chelsea this season, starting all eight games and scoring twice.
- With limited Premier League starts, Chelsea sees the loan as a development opportunity while securing financial compensation.
- Juventus’ Need for Versatility:
- Veiga’s ability to play as a left-sided center-back, left-back, or No. 6 will help offset injuries to Bremer and Juan Cabal.
- Club captain Danilo’s expected departure further highlights the need for defensive reinforcements.
- Player Background:
- A product of the Sporting CP academy, Veiga joined Basel in 2023 and moved to Chelsea in 2024 for €14 million.
- Since arriving at Chelsea, Veiga has become a full Portugal international, enhancing his reputation.
- Future Implications:
- Veiga’s return in June aligns with Chelsea’s long-term plans, allowing him to gain experience while contributing to Juventus’ injury-hit squad.
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Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
