Juventus parts ways with Arthur Melo amid financial concerns

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Juventus parts ways with Arthur Melo amid financial concerns
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Juventus has officially terminated Arthur Melo's contract, citing significant financial implications. The club's analysis reveals that Melo's time at Juventus cost approximately €1.48 million per match since joining the club in 2020. Initially acquired from Barcelona in a controversial swap deal involving Miralem Pjanic, Melo struggled to make an impact on the field, contributing only one goal and one assist in 63 appearances. The total financial commitment for his signing and wages has reached approximately €100 million, adjusted by loan fees during stints with Liverpool, Fiorentina, and Girona. Following this decision, Juventus will seek to address its roster as it navigates its financial in Serie A.

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  • Juventus terminated Arthur Melo's contract on August 21, 2026.
  • Melo's signing from Barcelona cost Juventus roughly €1.48 million per match.
  • He played 63 competitive matches, scoring one goal and providing one assist.
  • Juventus initially acquired Melo in a swap for Miralem Pjanic in 2020.
  • Total financial expenditure on Melo, including wages, is nearly €100 million.
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Juventus have officially terminated their contract with Arthur Melo with a ‘negative effect’ on their finances, but the true cost could be €1.48m per match for this truly disastrous signing from...

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