Events in January crystallised the reality that Veiga would not get an opportunity at Stamford Bridge this season under Enzo Maresca

Chelsea have agreed to loan Renato Veiga out to Juventus for the rest of the season, according to various reports. The versatile defender has been linked with numerous clubs this summer. Napoli were briefly floated as a keen suitor while Veiga had reportedly agreed a contract with Borussia Dortmund,

⚪️⚫️ EXCLUSIVE: Juventus agree deal with Chelsea to sign Renato Veiga, here we go! Loan deal for €5m loan fee until June, no buy option clause — and then player back to Chelsea at the end of June for Clubs’ World Cup. Veiga, expected to play as CB at Juventus. pic.twitter.com/2D9tlQyjRE

Chelsea's Renato Veiga is set for a move in the January transfer window after growing frustrated with his role under manager Enzo Maresca.

Julio Enciso’s loan exit to Ipswich Town for the rest of the season leaves Danny Welbeck, Joao Pedro and Georginio Rutter as the only available options in the No. 9 and No. 10 combination favoured by head coach Fabian Hurzeler.

Juventus and Chelsea are working on finalizing their agreement for Renato Veiga, but their dialogue could also involve Douglas Luiz.

Juventus are now expected to reach the finish line ahead of their competitors in their attempts to sign Renato Veiga from Chelsea.

Chelsea Presented with Opportunity to Sign Douglas LuizChelsea’s Midfield Options Expand with Luiz LinkChelsea’s January transfer window activity may soon include Douglas Luiz, with the Juventus

Renato Veiga in action during the UEFA Conference League 2024/25 League Phase MD1 match between Chelsea FC and KAA Gent at Stamford Bridge on October 03, 2024 in London, England.

Chelsea have been left light in midfield after injuries to Romeo Lavia and Enzo Fernandez, and they could be forced to enter the market for midfield reinforcement. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Blues are considering a swoop for former Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz.

Multiple outlets in Italy are reporting that Juventus now have a ‘done deal’ with Chelsea to sign defender Renato Veiga in the January transfer window.Done Deal: Juventus agree deal with Chelsea

THIS weekend, fans should be treated to some fascinating games as it’s first versus fifth in Serie A when leaders Napoli take on the unbeaten Juventus, while defending Premier League champion Manchester City and Chelsea will continue their battle for a top four spot when both meet at Etihad on Saturday.