Teun Koopmeiners’ chat with Giuntoli at Allianz Stadium

A new twist has emerged in the ongoing transfer saga involving Teun Koopmeiners and Juventus, revealing a behind-the-scenes interaction that has reportedly infuriated Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

According to today’s edition of Corriere dello Sport, the incident dates back to last March when Koopmeiners scored a memorable brace at Allianz Stadium while playing for Atalanta.

Following the match, as players were heading back to the locker rooms, Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli crossed paths with the Dutch midfielder.

Giuntoli, known for his keen eye in the transfer market, took the opportunity to greet Koopmeiners warmly, likely reminiscing about his previous unsuccessful attempts to bring the player to Napoli.

During this brief exchange, Giuntoli reportedly hinted that the goals Koopmeiners had just scored could one day be celebrated in a different jersey—the iconic black and white of Juventus.

This gesture of admiration did not sit well with Gasperini, who saw it as an unwelcome flirtation with one of his key players.

The situation has since escalated, with Koopmeiners reaching an agreement with Juventus, although negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing.

As the transfer window draws to a close, this revelation adds another layer of drama to what has already been a heated summer of negotiations.

Juventus remains hopeful of securing Koopmeiners’ signature before the deadline, despite the tensions this incident has caused between the two Serie A clubs.