Fiorentina Make Bold Move in Transfer Market with €8m Bid for Juventus Full-Back Joao Mario

FolioPitch.com – 25 July 2026 | Fiorentina have submitted a formal offer for Juventus full-back Joao Mario, in a move that could signal a significant change in the Bianconeri’s transfer strategy. According to recent reports, the Viola have lodged a bid in the region of €8m-€9m for the Portuguese international, who is not expected to be part of Luciano Spalletti’s plans heading into the 2026-27 campaign.

Joao Mario joined Juventus from Porto in a €12.6m deal in the last summer transfer window, but made just 10 Serie A appearances for the Bianconeri before being sent out on loan to Bologna in a deal that saw Emil Holm move in the opposite direction. Neither Juve nor Bologna decided to make either of those loan deals permanent, which saw Joao Mario return to Turin for pre-season.

Fiorentina’s interest in Joao Mario is not surprising, given the full-back’s experience in the Serie A and his ability to provide width and pace to the team. The Viola have been actively pursuing new signings this summer, and Joao Mario could potentially become their sixth new recruit, following deals for Radu Dragusin, Viery, Alex Jimenez, Christ Inao Oulai, and Arthur Atta.

The deal could reportedly be closed during the coming week, and if successful, would mark a significant coup for Fiorentina in the transfer market. Joao Mario’s arrival would also provide a boost to the Viola’s chances of improving their Serie A position next season.

It remains to be seen whether Juventus will accept Fiorentina’s offer, but one thing is certain – Joao Mario is a talented full-back who could make a significant impact in the Serie A.