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Juventus could keep returning loanee in their squad next season
TL;DR
Juventus may have to reintegrate Nicolas Gonzalez into their squad next season as his loan at Atletico Madrid is set to end. The club had hoped for a permanent transfer but conditions for that have not been met.
Key points
- Juventus may keep Nicolas Gonzalez next season.
- Gonzalez is currently on loan at Atletico Madrid.
- Juventus hoped for a permanent transfer arrangement.
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Juventus could keep returning loanee in their squad next season
Juventus could be forced to welcome Nicolas Gonzalez back at the end of the season, with the attacker due to return once his loan spell at Atletico Madrid concludes this summer. The Bianconeri had hoped the arrangement would lead to a permanent transfer, allowing them to finalise plans for next term.
Atletico Madrid have benefited from his qualities during the campaign and were allowed to keep him beyond this season. Juventus had been optimistic that the conditions attached to the agreement would be achieved, turning the option into an obligation before the current season reached its conclusion.
Uncertain future for Gonzalez
Gonzalez made a strong start to life in Spain and initially looked well placed to meet the required targets. However, as the season has progressed, the forward has struggled with fitness issues, which have prevented him from triggering the 32 million euros purchase obligation.
Despite those setbacks, Atletico Madrid still appreciates what he can offer and remains interested in retaining him. However, any permanent move now appears likely to depend on Juventus accepting a reduced transfer fee, rather than the previously agreed figure linked to the loan arrangement.
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Juventus consider keeping him
Q&A
What is the current status of Nicolas Gonzalez's loan at Atletico Madrid?
Nicolas Gonzalez is currently on loan at Atletico Madrid, but he is expected to return to Juventus at the end of the season.
Why did Juventus hope to make Nicolas Gonzalez's loan permanent?
Juventus aimed to secure a permanent transfer for Gonzalez to finalize their squad plans for the next season.
What conditions were Juventus hoping to meet for Gonzalez's permanent transfer?
Juventus was optimistic that certain conditions in the loan agreement would be fulfilled to convert the loan into an obligation for a permanent transfer.
