Juventus locked up young defender Nicolo Savona through June 2030. The Italian club posted news about the contract extension on their website Tuesday. Savona earned the five-year deal after strong play during his breakthrough season. The 22-year-old defender received better pay terms as part of his new agreement. Team officials praised his development into a regular starter.
Savona played his first match against Como during the season opener. He helped secure a 3-0 victory during that debut appearance. The defender appeared in 37 total games across different competitions. He started 28 league matches and seven Champions League contests. His consistent performances caught attention from national team coaches.
Italy coach Luciano Spalletti called Savona for November matches against Belgium and France. The defender joined the national squad for Nations League games but has not played for his country. He joined Juventus academy programs at age eight back in 2011. Savona worked through youth levels before reaching the first team. The club invested in his future after watching him develop over many years.
Savona played his first match against Como during the season opener. He helped secure a 3-0 victory during that debut appearance. The defender appeared in 37 total games across different competitions. He started 28 league matches and seven Champions League contests. His consistent performances caught attention from national team coaches.
Italy coach Luciano Spalletti called Savona for November matches against Belgium and France. The defender joined the national squad for Nations League games but has not played for his country. He joined Juventus academy programs at age eight back in 2011. Savona worked through youth levels before reaching the first team. The club invested in his future after watching him develop over many years.