Giovanni Carnevali has spent several seasons at Sassuolo and helped develop the club into what it is today, earning him the opportunity to become chief executive of Juventus, replacing Damien Comolli.
John Elkann is confident that he has appointed the correct man for the role and expects Juventus to be in a stronger position under Carnevali’s leadership, particularly in terms of structure, planning and decision-making across the club.
A new leadership direction in Turin
This will be an important summer for Carnevali as he looks to improve on the work of Cristiano Giuntoli and Damien Comolli, who were previously involved in transfers and key decisions at the club.
From his time at Sassuolo, most supporters of Italian football recognise Carnevali for his strong work in building the club’s structure, and he now prepares to test himself at a far bigger stage as Juventus chief executive.
Expectations and reactions to the appointment
Juventus will provide him with the resources needed to restore the team to top-level competitiveness, with expectations high as he begins to shape decisions at the club going forward.
One of his former players, Kristian Thorstvedt, has shared his views on what Juventus supporters can expect from Carnevali, offering positive remarks about his leadership and understanding of the game.
As reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, Thorstvedt said: “I really think so (he can do great things at Juve). He knows football, he knows how to move and he is very good.” He added: “Yes. Carnevali will do very well in Turin too.”
This transition highlights Juventus’ ambition to strengthen their leadership structure, with Carnevali expected to bring experience and stability to the club.
The club will now look to support his plans as he begins his tenure in charge of sporting and organisational direction, with the summer expected to be crucial for setting the tone of the new era.