Multiple reports suggest that Matteo Tognozzi is set for a return to Juventus amidst the anticipated departure of Cristiano Giuntoli. This raises questions about the current Granada executive`s background and the contributions he made during his previous tenure in Turin.
Juventus is reportedly planning a significant restructuring of the club`s management ahead of the 2025-26 season. Despite his contract running until 2028, Cristiano Giuntoli is expected to leave, with club owner John Elkann reportedly hiring Damien Comolli as the new General Manager.
Club legend Giorgio Chiellini is also set for a promotion and is likely to take a seat on the club`s board. Meanwhile, Tognozzi, currently serving as sporting director at Granada, is widely anticipated to rejoin Juventus.
Which players did Tognozzi sign at Juventus?
Born in 1987, Tognozzi began his career at Juventus as a scout focused on the youth teams, specifically the Primavera and NextGen squads, reporting to the then Chief Football Officer Fabio Paratici.
Following the appointment of Federico Cherubini, Tognozzi was promoted to Juventus` Chief Scout. In this role, he became a key figure in developing the NextGen squad, identifying and bringing in talents such as Dean Huijsen, Matias Soulé, and Kenan Yildiz. Yildiz has since become a key player for the Juventus first team.
Tognozzi was also instrumental in securing the services of Samuel Iling-Junior, Enzo Barrenechea, and Radu Dragusin for the club.
According to sources like Ilbianconero, Tognozzi also played a role behind the scenes in deals involving first-team players, including Dusan Vlahovic and Timothy Weah.
