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Nicolas Gonzalez is set to return to Juventus as Atletico Madrid is unlikely to trigger the obligation to buy him. The winger's loan deal included a âŹ32m buy clause contingent on specific conditions.
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Atletico unlikely to trigger obligation on Juventus loanee Gonzalez
Nicolas Gonzalez is expected to return to Juventus this summer, with Atletico Madrid unlikely to activate the clause that would make his move permanent.
The winger joined Atletico on loan until June 2026 in a deal worth âŹ1m, potentially rising with bonuses. The agreement also included an obligation to buy for âŹ32m, payable in instalments, but only if certain conditions were met during the season.
One of those conditions relates to appearances, requiring Gonzalez to feature in at least 60% of matches for a minimum of 45 minutes.
Due to a combination of injuries and rotation, that threshold is now unlikely to be reached, as per TuttoMercatoWeb.
MADRID, SPAIN â SEPTEMBER 27: Nico Gonzalez of Atletico de Madrid reacts during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid CF at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on September 27, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
Atletico Madrid is unlikely to activate the buy clause due to unmet conditions outlined in the loan agreement.
Gonzalez joined Atletico on loan until June 2026 for âŹ1m, with a potential âŹ32m obligation to buy based on specific performance conditions.
Nicolas Gonzalez is expected to return to Juventus this summer after his loan spell at Atletico Madrid.
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Despite this, Atletico remain satisfied with the playerâs performances when available.
However, rather than triggering the original clause, the Spanish side are expected to explore the possibility of negotiating a lower fee.
Gonzalez had been one of Juventusâ most expensive acquisitions last summer, with the Bianconeri committing over âŹ28m to secure him before deciding to send him out on loan. His departure made room for further attacking reinforcements, including Edon Zhegrova.
As it stands, the situation remains open, but a return to Turin appears the most likely outcome unless Atletico can reach a new agreement with Juventus in the coming months.