In a surprising turn of events, Francesco Calvo, Juventus` managing director of commercial and institutional relations, has tendered his resignation with just two matches remaining in the 2024-25 season. Reports suggest that Calvo is on the verge of joining English Premier League side Aston Villa.
The departure of Calvo, who also held a position on the board of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), has prompted speculation about potential restructuring within Juventus` senior management. Former Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini is reportedly in line to assume some of Calvo`s responsibilities, particularly those related to the FIGC.
However, the Turin-based club will still need to recruit a new commercial director to fill the void left by Calvo`s exit. The remaining executives are scheduled to convene in the coming days to discuss the club`s commercial operations and potential candidates for the vacant position.
This unexpected development comes at a crucial time for Juventus, as the club navigates through the final stages of the season. The impact of Calvo`s departure on the club`s off-field operations remains to be seen, but it undoubtedly marks a significant change in the Bianconeri`s leadership structure.
As Juventus prepares for this transition, all eyes will be on how the club manages to maintain its commercial success and institutional relationships in the wake of Calvo`s resignation. The potential involvement of Chiellini in a more prominent off-field role adds an intriguing dimension to this evolving situation.