Pierre Kalulu Joins Juventus Permanently After Successful Loan Spell

Juventus have secured French defender Pierre Kalulu from AC Milan. They activated the €14 million buy option after his strong performances during his season-long loan.

JUVENTUS FINALISE KALULU STAY

Pierre Kalulu, the 25-year-old defender, joined Juventus on loan from AC Milan at the start of the 2024/25 season. After impressing in Turin, Juventus have now bought him for €14 million, plus additional bonuses to Milan. Kalulu quickly became important in their defense, providing consistency and athleticism after earlier challenges.

KALULU’S IMPACT AND SEASON CONTEXT

During his loan at Juventus, Kalulu was crucial in helping his team fight for their place at the top of Serie A. The Bianconeri, who finished third, were battling for Champions League spots and relied on Kalulu’s calmness and versatility. He made 30 Serie A appearances, ensuring defensive stability and helping Juventus concede fewer goals than before. His arrival was especially important as Juventus competed closely with Inter Milan and Napoli above them while holding off Roma and Atalanta below.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR JUVENTUS AND KALULU?

With Kalulu now a permanent part of their team, Juventus will aim to build a strong defense for next season’s Champions League campaign. Milan, meanwhile, will use the funds to strengthen their squad after finishing in fourth place. Juventus’ next match is against Udinese, who narrowly avoided relegation, in the opening game of the 2025/26 Serie A season. It is expected that Juventus will fully integrate Kalulu into their plans as they look to reclaim the Scudetto and make a deeper impact in European competition.