Joao Mario spent the second half of last season on loan at Bologna from Juventus, but he still [does not appear to have a future at the Allianz Stadium](https://talkjuve.com/2026/06/30/report-fiorentina-is-showing-interest-in-juventus-star/) with Luciano Spalletti remaining as manager. The defender is expected to find a new club as Juventus continue to make changes to its squad.
Spalletti sent Mario out on loan after deciding that the defender was not good enough for his plans, and that position has not changed since the end of the season. The manager does not consider him part of his project, meaning Mario must search for a new opportunity where he can play regularly.
Fiorentina show interest in defender
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Juventus view Mario as a player to sell, and Fiorentina have now emerged as a possible destination. According to [Tuttomercatoweb](https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/serie-a/joao-mario-rientrato-continassa-restera-juventus-fiorentina-resa-pole-2253844), a deal is expected to be agreed that would see the defender move to Florence during the current transfer window.
Fiorentina already have several former Juventus players in their squad, and Mario could become the latest player to make the switch from the Allianz Stadium to La Viola. Such a move would benefit Juventus as they look to remove players who no longer fit into their plans.
The defender impressed during his time at Bologna, and the club continue to hold an interest in signing him permanently. However, Fiorentina are currently considered the leading contenders for his signature as they look to strengthen their squad.
Juventus prepare for another departure
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Mario’s next move will depend on which club can reach an agreement with Juventus and provide him with the regular playing time he needs. After spending the previous season away from Turin, the defender will be keen to secure a permanent transfer.
For Juventus, allowing Mario to leave would represent another step in their efforts to reshape the squad under Spalletti. The club are focused on building a team that fits the manager’s expectations, and players outside those plans are expected to move on this summer.