Juventus prepares a million‑euro bid for Deportivo's midfielder
At the Riazor, under the dim light of the sunset, Lorenzo Amatucci controls the midfield while the crowd watches attentively. His progress has attracted the attention of Juventus, which again includes him in its recruitment plans.
The Italian midfielder is one of Antonio Hidalgo's key pieces at the start of the tournament. Deportivo de La Coruña's good form is built on players like Amatucci.
Juventus interest and international projection
Amatucci's performance earned him a call-up to the Azzurra's Under-21 side. The youngster arrived in Galicia from Fiorentina. After a brief stint at UD Las Palmas, where he played 42 matches and provided four assists, Deportivo invested €2.5 million in him. The signed contract runs until 2031 and Fiorentina retains 20 % of his rights for a future sale.
His return to the national team coincides with renewed interest from Serie A, and Juventus is following suit. Italian journalist Mirko di Natale reported that the Vecchia Signora could make an offer in the winter market. Amatucci's market value is set at €8 million. The call-up to the Under‑21 side provides a new showcase for the midfielder.
Performance and discipline at Deportivo
Coach Silvio Baldini included him in the 26‑man squad for the November friendlies against France and Belgium. These matches are part of the preparation for the 2027 Under‑21 European Championship, to be hosted by Serbia and Albania. At the Riazor, Amatucci has gained ground since the start of the season. He started the first six rounds and played every minute.
A virus and muscle aches kept him out of the clash with Betis. He returned against Real Sociedad, where he was sent off. Antonio Hidalgo trusted him again for the games against Atlético Madrid and Osasuna. After twelve rounds, he has logged 747 minutes and ranks fourth among outfield players with the most involvement.
The next challenge will be to control his temperament. Against Espanyol he received his fourth yellow card and became the first Deportivo player on the brink of suspension. Deportivo's next fixture will be on Saturday, 21 November, at Mendizorroza against Alavés.