Despite growing uncertainty around Champions League qualification, Luciano Spalletti has already outlined his vision for the next Juventus — from Alisson to midfield reinforcements and attacking changes.
The pressure around Juventus FC continues to rise after the damaging home loss to Fiorentina, but internally the club’s leadership is already looking ahead to a critical summer rebuild.
At the center of those conversations is the increasingly important relationship between Luciano Spalletti and John Elkann.
According to reports in Italy, communication between the Juventus coach and the head of Exor has remained active in recent days, even as the club risks missing out on Champions League qualification — a scenario that could dramatically impact next season’s transfer budget.
Spalletti was reportedly devastated after Juventus’ defeat against Fiorentina at the Allianz Stadium, with his post-match comments reflecting frustration and disappointment. But behind the scenes, the former Italy national team coach immediately reaffirmed his commitment to the project and presented ownership with his vision for the future.
The message from Spalletti has been clear: setbacks will not change his determination to rebuild Juventus into a title contender again.
A decisive summit between club executives and Spalletti is expected shortly after the Derby della Mole, when Juventus management will begin mapping out the strategy for the 2026-27 season regardless of the final Serie A standings.
The coach already has a detailed idea of the profile upgrades he wants across the roster.
At the top of the wishlist is Alisson Becker, with Juventus reportedly exploring the possibility of signing the Liverpool FC goalkeeper before the Club World Cup.
But Spalletti’s plans go far beyond the goalkeeper position.
In midfield, the Juventus manager wants a deep-lying playmaker capable of replicating the role Stanislav Lobotka played under him at Napoli — a technical regista who can dictate tempo and improve ball progression from deep areas.
Defensively, Spalletti has grown frustrated with the team’s struggles in possession buildup. Following the disappointing draw against Verona earlier this season, he publicly criticized his defenders’ distribution quality, increasing the club’s focus on finding a ball-playing center back.
One name linked internally has been Kim Min-jae, whom Spalletti coached during Napoli’s Scudetto-winning campaign. However, the defender’s mixed form at FC Bayern Munich and his age profile have reportedly created doubts inside the club.
Further forward, Juventus is also searching for more creativity between the lines.
Spalletti believes the current squad lacks a player capable of consistently unlocking deep defensive blocks, especially in tight matches where Juventus has struggled offensively throughout the season.
The dream target had reportedly been Bernardo Silva, but sources close to the situation suggest the chances of convincing the Manchester City FC star to move to Turin would become extremely slim without Champions League soccer.
That reality could force Juventus to pivot toward more financially realistic alternatives.
In attack, Spalletti also wants a more physical striker profile to complement the team’s existing forwards.
Randal Kolo Muani remains appreciated, but Paris Saint-Germain FC would prefer a permanent transfer rather than another loan arrangement.
Meanwhile, the future of Dušan Vlahović remains unresolved. A contract renewal would stabilize Juventus’ attacking department, but negotiations are still considered uncertain.
All of these ambitions, however, depend heavily on finances.
Failing to qualify for the Champions League could cost Juventus an estimated €55-60 million in revenue, meaning any aggressive transfer strategy would almost certainly require player sales first.
Club executives are therefore expected to identify expendable players based on two factors: Spalletti’s tactical priorities and the arrival of concrete transfer offers.
The result could be one of Juventus’ most delicate summers in recent memory — a balancing act between rebuilding the squad and protecting the club’s financial stability.
For now, though, one thing appears certain: Spalletti is not backing away from the challenge.
And with Elkann maintaining direct contact with the coach, Juventus’ next era may already be taking shape behind closed doors.
