Juventus Roster Shakeup: João Mário In, Costa Out

24/07/2025 8 min

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Episode Synopsis

These sources discuss a significant transfer period in soccer, focusing on the separate but simultaneous acquisitions of João Mário by Juventus and Alberto Costa by Porto. Juventus secured João Mário for €12 million, seeking to enhance their offensive play, technical passing, and overall tactical versatility with a more experienced player. Conversely, Porto acquired the younger, more defensively-minded Alberto Costa for €16 million, aiming to develop his athletic potential and defensive prowess for their long-term strategy. While not a direct player exchange, these transactions represent strategic moves for both clubs, with Juventus prioritizing immediate technical contribution and Porto investing in future talent and a financially sound operation.