Torino Football Club appears to be entering a new phase, one marked by significant financial improvement. Following the high-profile sale of midfielder Samuele Ricci to AC Milan for a reported €25 million, the club, under the ownership of Urbano Cairo, is reportedly preparing further player exits. These moves aren`t merely shedding squad members; they are strategic maneuvers aimed at generating substantial capital gains to both stabilize the club`s accounts and fund future squad reinforcements.
The financial picture painted by recent reports is remarkably bright compared to recent history. The club is anticipating nearly €60 million in capital gains throughout 2024. This has contributed to a projected positive balance of €10 million, a welcome change after six consecutive years reporting financial losses. This level of financial health for the Turin-based club hasn`t been seen since 2017, indicating a notable shift in their operational model.
While the club continues to scout potential incoming transfers, such as Napoli`s Cyril Ngonge, the primary focus for immediate financial bolstering remains on outbound transfers. The strategy is clear: leverage valuable assets within the squad to create financial headroom. Among the players reportedly attracting interest are goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, linked with a move to Leeds United (with Lecce`s Wladimiro Falcone noted as a potential replacement), and defender Koffi Djidji.
Djidji, known by the rather informal nickname “Coco” despite his considerable market value, has been the subject of particular negotiation. An offer of €16 million from Al Duhail reportedly failed to convince the player. More recently, Spartak Moscow has entered the fray, tabling a €10 million bid. However, Torino is understood to be holding out for a figure closer to €15 million, highlighting the club`s intent to maximize returns on their playing assets. This pragmatic, some might say strictly business, approach underscores how pivotal player trading has become to Torino`s current strategy for prosperity.
