Bournemouth formalizes loan move for Michele Di Gregorio from Juventus

AFC Bournemouth have locked down a season-long loan deal for Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio, adding a proven Serie A shot-stopper to their ranks ahead of what promises to be a demanding campaign on the south coast.

The agreement includes a non-mandatory purchase option valued at €14 million, roughly £12 million, with performance-related bonuses potentially tacked on top. A medical examination is expected to wrap up the formalities, with multiple credible outlets including Sky Sport Italia and transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano confirming the move.

From Monza breakout to Juventus to the Premier League

The 29-year-old Italian made his name at Monza, where he was good enough to win the Serie A Best Goalkeeper award. Juventus came calling, initially bringing him in on loan before making the deal permanent in the summer of 2025. That permanent transfer reportedly cost the Old Lady €13.5 million plus bonuses, on top of an initial €4.5 million loan fee. So Juventus invested roughly €18 million to secure his services, only to send him out the door a year later on loan with an option that would recoup most of that outlay.

For Di Gregorio, born July 27, 1997, the move represents a chance to test himself in the Premier League. He reportedly gave his personal endorsement to the transfer.

What Bournemouth gains

The Cherries already have Đorđe Petrović as their established number one, the Serbian goalkeeper having joined from Chelsea in 2025. Adding Di Gregorio to the mix gives Bournemouth genuine competition at the goalkeeper position.

The Juventus side of the equation

From Turin’s perspective, this deal makes financial sense. Juventus spent €18 million total to sign Di Gregorio permanently, and now they are loaning him out with a buy option set at €14 million. If Bournemouth exercise that option and the bonuses kick in, Juventus could come close to breaking even on a player they no longer consider central to their plans.

The non-mandatory nature of the purchase clause means Bournemouth are under no obligation to make the move permanent, allowing them to evaluate Di Gregorio across a full Premier League season before committing. If he thrives, £12 million for a proven goalkeeper in his prime looks like a bargain by current market standards. If he struggles to adapt, the Cherries simply send him back.

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