One billion offered for Juventus, Agnelli family reacted

Juventus could soon get a new majority owner. Tether, minority shareholders of Juventus, announced that they have submitted an offer to purchase Exor’s majority stake in the club and that they intend to buy the remaining shares as well in order to take full ownership. They initially acquired a minority stake in Juventus in February 2025, and now aim to become the majority owners. CEO Paolo Ardoino is a long-time Juventus supporter, which has further fueled the story surrounding the potential takeover of the Bianconeri. In April, Tether increased its stake in the club, at which time it was announced that it currently holds 10.12% of the club’s shares and 6.18% of the voting rights.

On Friday evening, Tether announced that it had submitted a “binding all-cash offer” to purchase Exor’s stake in the club. Exor is a holding company owned and controlled by the Agnelli family, which has owned Juventus since 1923. Exor currently holds 65.4% of Juventus shares. According to reports by Calcio e Finanza, Tether offered a price of 2.66 euros per share, amounting to a total of around 1.1 billion euros.

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They announced that they intend to launch a public offer for the remaining shares at the same price.

“Tether has submitted a binding, fully cash-funded offer to Exor to acquire its entire stake in Juventus Football Club. Subject to obtaining regulatory approvals, Tether intends to launch a public offer for the remaining shares at the same price, fully financed with its own capital and with a long-term commitment to the club. This offer reflects a belief in Juventus as more than just a football club” the company said in its official statement.

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Shortly afterward, the CEO also spoke out.

“For me, Juventus has always been part of my life. I grew up with this team. As a boy, watching Juventus face both success and adversity with dignity, I learned what commitment, resilience, and responsibility mean. Those lessons stayed with me long after the final whistle. Our interest in Juventus comes from deep admiration and respect. Juventus is a symbol of Italian excellence with a truly global presence, built over generations through hard work, ambition, and the unwavering loyalty of its supporters. These values reflect the way we have built Tether—patiently, independently, and with a focus on long-term resilience. Tether is in a strong financial position and intends to support Juventus with stable capital and a long-term vision. Our goal is to make a positive contribution to the club’s future and to support sporting success at the highest level. This offer is made with humility and a deep sense of responsibility toward the club, its fans, and its heritage. We believe that Juventus’s story is still being written and that its next chapters can be marked by strength, continuity, and ambition,” said Paolo Ardoino.

They also explained their plan to acquire the shares held by the Agnelli family.

“The proposal envisages the acquisition of Exor’s ownership stake, representing 65.4% of Juventus’s issued share capital. Completion of the transaction will be subject to acceptance by Exor, the signing of final documentation, and the receipt of the necessary regulatory approvals. Upon completion, Tether intends to launch a public offer for the remaining shares at the same price per share. Should the transaction be completed. Further updates will be released in accordance with applicable laws and regulations” the statement concludes. But even thou Ardoino released a public statement regarding their attempt to buy the club, the spokesman of Agnelli family called it ‘press rumors‘.

“Negotiations are not underway regarding the sale of a stake in Juventus” he told La Gazzetta dello Sport. Clearly the famous family is not ready to give up on Juve (for now).

SERIE A ROUND 15

Friday

Lecce - Pisa 1-0 (0-0)

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Saturday

17.00: (2.00) Torino (3.50) Cremonese (4.20)

20.00: (3.80) Parma (3.35) Lazio (2.15)

22.45: (1.37) Atalanta (4.80) Cagliari (9.00)

Sunday

14.30: (1.45) Milan (4.70) Sassuolo (8.00)

17.00: (1.90) Fiorentina (3.50) Verona (4.60)

17.00: (4.70) Udinese (3.50) Napoli (1.90)

20.00: (6.50) Genoa (4.20) Inter (1.53)

22.45: (3.00) Bologna (3.25) Juventus (2.60)

Monday

22.45: (2.15) Roma (3.30) Como (3.50)

* odds are subject to change