OFFICIAL: Juventus sign Cristian Romero from Genoa for €26m on a 5-year deal

Juventus confirmed the details of Cristian Romero’s loan back to Genoa after his €26m transfer to the Turin giants.

The 21-year-old defender had his medical on Tuesday and completed the transfer, but will be in Genoa again this season.

“Juventus Football Club S.p.A. announces that the agreement with Genoa Cricket & Football Club S.p.A. for the definitive acquisition of the registration rights of the player Cristian Gabriel Romero has been finalized for a consideration of € 26 million payable in three financial years.

“Juventus and the player have signed a 5-year contract of employment until 30 June 2024,” read a statement.

“At the same time, Juventus has reached an agreement with Genoa for the free loan until 30 June 2020 of the registration rights of the same player and bonuses of maximum € 5.3 million will be paid to Genoa on achieving given sports performances.”