Today newspapers reveal €250 million for Juventus and Kayode's story
In the waiting room of an elegant Turin apartment, journalists leaf through the first copy of, where the column “Generation Kayode” announces the defender’s return to England and the new capital injection into Juventus. A news item that shakes the Italian sports landscape.
Funding and Juventus’ Balance Sheet
Juventus has received a capital contribution of €250 million, bringing total investments to €1.2 billion since 2019. The accounts remain in deficit, with over €1 billion of losses accumulated over nine years. The closing of the accounts showed a loss of €66 million, to which Exor contributed the €250 million and the owners immediately injected another €60 million.
The context in Italy is delicate due to tensions with CONI and maneuvers against the FIGC President, with the threat of a special commissioner on the horizon. A decisive meeting with votes scheduled for October 6 or 7 could determine the federation’s future. Meanwhile, the Azzurra national team faces France on Friday, with Raspadori ready to return to the field, and the question arises whether an IOC member must demonstrate his role in World sport.
Generation Kayode and the New Azzurra
The same edition devotes a section to “Generation Kayode”, describing the full‑back who has moved his career to England and is now considered part of the new generation of Azzurri. At Esposito’s house, brothers of the “Mancini Italy”, his record of six goals in eleven appearances was discussed, a figure comparable to the greats.
In exclusive, Friedkin commented: “Leadership and stadium, a golden moment.” His input was placed in the context of the need to strengthen sporting competitiveness and the club’s brand development.
The Roma president said: “We are very happy.” Laporta, president of Barcelona, added: “I wanted Lautaro at any cost.” Marotta, contacted by an executive, replied: “I called, but he said no.” Fabregas was described as “like a son” and praised Como’s play.
Since 2007, shareholders have injected a total of €1.5 billion, while the board approved the losses for the 2025‑26 financial year. The shareholders’ meeting, set for November 3, will decide the timing of the next capital injection.
The capital injection and the emergence of young talents like Kayode mark a turning point for Juventus and Italian football, providing resources for sporting competitiveness and a new face for the national team.