Has Ronaldo taken Juventus to another level? Despite his record-breaking goals, some critics of the Italian side have questioned whether Ronaldo has actually taken Juventus to a new level. They say that the Portuguese star’s commercial influence has been detrimental, and that he has disrupted the team’s tactical balance by preventing them from pressing effectively. While club figures claim that the pandemic has helped Juventus financially, they do not suggest how much that has helped. Juve are currently EUR358 million in debt and Ronaldo makes EUR54 million a year.
Ronaldo hasn’t taken Juventus to another level
Despite spending an incredible amount of money on Ronaldo, Juventus are struggling this season. The Italian giants haven’t reached the Champions League quarter-finals since Ronaldo signed for the club. They have also failed to beat any of the heavyweights in Europe. Only Ajax and Porto have managed to beat them in the Champions League. This is a big problem for a team that has spent over $400 million on the Portuguese star.
A recent study showed that Juventus have struggled to adapt Pirlo’s style of play. Juventus’ current sponsors are Italian-based and the club hasn’t expanded their international presence. However, the Juventus team has already experienced the Ronaldo effect, with their share price sky-rocketing 32 percent when a rumour of his arrival was reported. Juventus have the ability to capitalize on Ronaldo’s image and social media presence.
The Italian champions have also failed to win the Serie A title without the Portuguese. Juventus are now struggling to win the title and have to contend with Inter Milan for the top spot. Cristiano has also struggled to make a difference in the Champions League, with two goals in six games. The magic of the Portuguese star has also waned a bit. The signing of Ronaldo was purely for commercial reasons and a desire to boost the club’s value.
But what can Juventus do now to get back on track? Well, first they must win the Champions League. The Italian giants are in a very difficult position and are unlikely to go back to where they were before Ronaldo arrived. However, Juventus can still win the Champions League and win the Europa League before conquering the world. Then, the Italian club can build upon their European dominance and start chasing the elusive trophy.
The CR7 Project, despite the hype, hasn’t taken Juventus to another level. Juventus’ nine-year Serie A run was ended by Inter, and the club finished fourth last season. The ruthless Ronaldo felt Manchester United were a better fit. It’s unclear whether Juventus can win the Champions League without him. But they are certainly further away than they were when Allegri arrived.
It is difficult to imagine a world-class striker without the necessary attacking flair. Ronaldo was a real star at Manchester United and established himself as one of the best in the world. With Real Madrid, he took it to a new level. Juventus won the double last season, but the Champions League is yet to be won. Higuain has been a major disappointment for Juventus and has failed to lift the coveted trophy.
In the absence of Ronaldo, Juve’s top four minutes earners this season are all older than Ronaldo. Only Juan Cuadrado and Alvaro Morata are younger than Ronaldo. This means that Juve will still need a “chaos agent” to compensate for Ronaldo’s eventual departure. This is why Juventus must remain patient with their younger players. The aging superstars need a chance to improve as well.
Ronaldo’s contract expires in 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract expires in two years and could be up for renewal. But the Portuguese superstar has been linked with several clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain. The French giants have been monitoring the situation, and could try to lure the superstar to their club. Real Madrid have also been linked with Kylian Mbappe, and the pair could play together before Ronaldo retires.
Real Madrid have been linked with a move for Ronaldo, but the Portuguese international’s contract expires in 2022. If he is re-signed by Juventus, the club may be tempted by a low-ball offer. Ronaldo has already played 123 times for the club and has scored 95 goals in that time. The deal would also cut down on Juventus’ wage bill.
Juve are in dire straits financially, and are prepared to sell the five-time Ballon d’Or winner for PS25m. This would spare the Italian club from capital loss, and the PS28m per season would be saved. Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract expires in 2022, and Juventus hope to extend his stay beyond that. The issue that concerns the club is Ronaldo’s wages. The club could not afford to keep Ronaldo at current wages. If they offer him a new deal, it will most likely be at a lower salary.
Juventus have already spent several times more on the Portuguese superstar this summer than they did on the transfer from Real Madrid. The Portuguese has made over PS100 million since signing a four-year deal with the Italian club. The Juventus statement says he is the most expensive player on the club with a salary of PS31 million per season. In addition, the contract stipulates that Juventus have two years to pay the Madrid transfer fee of PS100m.
If United allow Ronaldo to leave for free, they would be left with a clean slate and the new manager could start fresh. However, there are a few issues with the transfer. First, United can’t sell Ronaldo’s contract. So, they will have to find a replacement. United are considering signing Brazilian winger Antony, but he isn’t known to play centrally.
The first hurdle to a new contract for Cristiano Ronaldo at Juventus is the lack of a Champions League title. The club’s season has been plagued with Champions League failures, and the player has been linked with other clubs in recent months. However, Juventus are unwilling to give up the prized asset for a mediocre season. The fact is, despite the fact that Ronaldo has been linked with Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain, the Italian club are unlikely to offer a new contract to their star player.
In addition to the potential contract extension, the club is considering the other options available to extend Cristiano’s deal. Most contract extensions last one to two seasons, so the club can decide what is best for its star player. However, the best way for Manchester United to decide on the future of the Portuguese player is to extend his contract. The club can offer a one-year extension if they want to keep the player past his current deal expires.
Ronaldo’s influence on Juve’s commercial strategy
Cristiano Ronaldo has had a massive impact on Juventus’ commercial strategy, with merchandise sales nearly doubling in his first full season. Juve’s digital following has grown by 50% in the same timeframe, reaching over 90 million followers. Juventus has also entered the esports industry in recent years. It is unclear how these deals will impact the club’s overall commercial strategy, but it remains to be seen.
As a player and an ambassador for the brand, Juventus has been successful with a number of high-profile endorsements, including some of Ronaldo’s. The first time that the Portuguese superstar was unveiled at Juventus, he earned millions of euros through his endorsement deals. His popularity has led the club to revamp their commercial strategy. In addition to bringing in more money, the Portuguese star also fetched Juventus a record amount of endorsements.
Although Juventus’ commercial strategy is not without controversy, it is clear that the superstar has an extraordinary impact on the club’s commercial strategy. The club’s share price shot up from 0.69 euros on July 3 to 1.672 euros on September 19. The share price has since dropped, and Juventus’s stock price has fallen 34 percent following a red card against Valencia. In recent weeks, the player has also been the subject of rape allegations in the United States. Despite his denials, Nike has stated that it is tracking these “disturbing” allegations.
Juventus’ commercial strategy has a more aggressive transfer and marketing strategy. The money they receive from Ronaldo will go towards bringing in more big champions. However, this means that Juventus will need to sell some players to offset these costs. For example, the club failed to sell some of its best players in the last transfer window. In addition to this, Juventus’ wage bill grew from EUR258 million to EUR328 million, which is more than ten percent higher than the previous year. The team will have to cut costs by selling off their players if they are unable to meet the demands of Ronaldo.
However, Juventus’ commercial strategy was not as prosperous before the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo. The team did not win the Champions League for the first time, and barely scraped fourth place under Andrea Pirlo. They had already made more than EUR150 million in the transfer market, and they have only improved their position in the Champions League. Furthermore, Juventus’ recent defeat to Ajax in the Champions League cost them a huge EUR20m or more.
In spite of Ronaldo’s massive success, Juventus still lag behind the true heavyweights of European football. The latest Football Money League, published by Deloitte, ranks Juve in 11th place, while Real Madrid, Barcelona and Manchester United still remain the frontrunners. However, Juventus are optimistic about their ability to close the gap with these top clubs, but they need to think outside of the box to do so.
