Why Di Gregorio turned down Man City for Juventus | OneFootball

Michele Di Gregorio’s decision to join Juventus over interest from Manchester City stands out as a clear signal of both his ambition and his belief in the club’s project, according to Bianconera News, referencing reporting from Tuttosport. The Italian goalkeeper, who signed a five-year contract with Juve in June 2024, turned down an approach from the Premier League champions in favor of a move to Turin.

Juve’s management has identified Di Gregorio as the long-term successor between the posts, and his debut campaign has only strengthened that conviction. The 26-year-old’s performances since arriving in Turin have reinforced the club’s view of him as a reliable foundation for the future.

Tuttosport notes that Di Gregorio’s actions over the summer spoke volumes. While the opportunity to play for Manchester City would tempt most, Di Gregorio opted for Juventus, prioritizing his role in a squad aiming to reclaim its stature in Italian and European football. Seen within the club as an important piece in a broader rebuild, he has made clear through his choices and commitment that he wants to be central to Juve’s resurgence.

Sources close to the situation revealed that City’s interest was serious, but the goalkeeper’s response was unequivocal. Di Gregorio, who enjoyed a breakout Serie A campaign prior to joining Juve, believes he can take another step forward in his development with the Bianconeri. The club, meanwhile, has wasted little time in making him a mainstay, confirming their faith with both his contract and immediate integration into the squad.

The mindset Di Gregorio brings matches the demands of Juventus at a transitional moment: focused, ambitious, and determined to meet expectations head on. For Juventus, whose recent years have brought a mix of setbacks and gradual renewal, retaining players who share these values is a fundamental part of their strategy.

As they head into the new season, all eyes will be on how Di Gregorio builds on his promising start and whether his decision to pass on Manchester City quickly proves a watershed moment, both for his own career and Juve’s ongoing project.

(Source: Bianconera News, Tuttosport)