A long-standing transfer situation at Juventus appears to be nearing resolution as Brazilian club Santos is in advanced negotiations with the Bianconeri to secure Arthur Melo on a loan deal.
Calciomercato report that Santos are keen to include an option to buy the midfielder, allowing them the possibility of permanently acquiring the former Barcelona and Liverpool player at the end of the season. Arthur has struggled to find consistency in recent years due to injuries and unsuccessful loan spells. However, the prospect of returning to Brazil to revitalize his career appeals to him. The potential arrival of Neymar at Santos serves as an additional incentive, given their history as former teammates and close friends.
The negotiations are at an advanced stage, with both parties discussing final details before reaching a definitive agreement. Arthur’s contract with Juventus is set to expire on June 30, 2026. To finalize the deal, Santos is requesting that Juventus cover the remaining portion of Arthur’s wages for this season, approximately €2.5 million of his €5 million net salary.
This move could potentially solve one of Juventus’ pending transfer market situations, offering Arthur a chance to rediscover his form in familiar surroundings while allowing the Turin club to offload a player who has struggled to meet expectations since his high-profile move from Barcelona.
