Renato Veiga Joins Juventus on Loan as Chelsea Defender Seeks Regular Game Time
Chelsea defender Renato Veiga is undergoing a medical ahead of his loan move to Juventus. The six-month deal includes no purchase option, ensuring his return to Stamford Bridge in the summer.
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The Standard
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Steve Worrell
Renato Veiga, who joined Chelsea from FC Basel in the summer, is set to join Juventus on a six-month loan. The move allows the 21-year-old Portuguese international to focus on establishing himself as a center-back after limited Premier League opportunities. Juventus will cover his wages and pay a £4.2m loan fee, with no obligation to buy included in the deal.
- Loan Details: Veiga will join Juventus on a six-month loan deal without an option or obligation to buy.
- Limited Opportunities at Chelsea: The 21-year-old has played just 176 Premier League minutes this season, primarily featuring as a left-back or midfielder under Enzo Maresca.
- International Recognition: Veiga’s performances in cup competitions earned him his first Portugal call-up in the autumn, where he played as a center-back.
- Reason for Move: Veiga’s desire to solidify his role at center-back influenced the loan, with Juventus providing the opportunity for consistent game time.
- Chelsea’s Defensive Depth: Injuries and squad adjustments at Chelsea prompted the promotion of Josh Acheampong and the recall of Trevoh Chalobah from loan.
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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.
