Sassuolo, Italy – May 3: Giovanni Carnevali of Sassuolo, Italy, watches the Serie A match between Sassuolo Calcio and AC Milan at the Mapei Stadium Città del Tricolore in Sassuolo, Italy, on May 3, 2026. (Photo by Emanuele Ciancarini/Getty Images)
Juventus have announced that Damian Comolli has left the club by mutual consent and will be replaced by former Sassuolo manager Giovanni Carnevali as CEO and general manager.
Juventus have made another major change to their management team, with Carnevalli replacing French coach Comolli.
Comolli was initially appointed as the club’s general manager by the Bianconeri a year ago, before becoming CEO in November 2025.
Tensions with manager Luciano Spalletti have increased in recent months, despite him being handed a new contract until 2028 in April.
Disagreements over the transfer decision led to Komolli’s resignation, which was confirmed at an extraordinary board meeting on Friday morning.
Juventus confirmed in a statement that Comolli had left the club with mutual consent.
Comolli will be replaced by former Sassuolo manager Carnevalli, who has been Sassuolo’s CEO since 2014.
Carnevalli will become Juventus’ CEO and general manager.
Juventus will finish the 2025-26 season in 6th place and will participate in the Europa League next season.
Juventus official statement: Comolli and Carnevali
“The Board of Directors of Juventus FC today approved the appointment of Giovanni Carnevalli as Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of the Club, giving him overall responsibility for the management of the company with the aim of further strengthening Juventus’ sporting and industrial projects,” Juventus said in a statement.
“One of the most respected executives in the sports industry, Giovanni brings a wealth of senior leadership experience to Juventus. A football professional by vocation and passion, he has dedicated his entire career to the sport, taking on roles of increasing responsibility and thereby developing a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics shaping modern football and its future evolution.”
“In particular, throughout his career he has played a pivotal role in the growth and strengthening of Sassuolo Calcio USA, recognized as a benchmark for sustainability, innovation, talent development and value creation on and off the pitch. He has also contributed to important strategic discussions aimed at the development and advancement of professional football in Italy, as board member of Lega Serie A.”
“I am proud and honored to join a club with such a rich history and strong identity,” said Carnevalli.
“I would like to thank the club, its majority shareholder and John Elkann for the trust they have placed in me. I approach this new challenge with a strong sense of responsibility and the belief that through our daily efforts, it is possible to build a sustainable growth path and a successful future. We will work together with all areas of the organization to ensure that Juventus remains a leading player at national and international level, with the utmost respect for the club’s traditions and the ambitions of its fans.”
“The whole Juventus family would like to extend a warm welcome to Giovanni and wish him every success in his new role.”
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