"Juventus" seeks to extend M. de Ligt's contract © JumpStory

"Juventus" club has taken active steps to extend Matthijs de Ligt's contract. Journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that the Italian club has started negotiations with the 22-year-old Dutchman for a new agreement. The current defender's contract is valid until 2024, but "Juventus" wants to extend this term. However, the player's representatives are seeking to reduce the player's release clause, which currently stands at 120 million euros. M. de Ligt has been defending the honor of "Juventus" since 2019.