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08 May 2025 12:51-04:00

Juventus confirm signing of Lloyd Kelly from Newcastle as defender's short-lived Premier League stint comes to an end

Juventus have confirmed the permanent signing of on-loan defender Lloyd Kelly from Newcastle, ending his stay with the Premier League club.

Juventus confirm Kelly signing
Defender had already been on loan at club
Short-lived stay at Newcastle officially ends

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WHAT HAPPENED?
Fabrizio Romano reports that Juventus have confirmed their obligation to buy clause included within the loan deal has been activated, meaning the defender has officially left Newcastle for Serie A.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE
The Serie A giants will pay €17.5m plus add-ons for Kelly, who has made 13 appearances for The Old Lady since signing on a temporary deal in January.
DID YOU KNOW?
Kelly only signed for Newcastle last summer when his Bournemouth contract expired but he struggled for playing time at St James' Park. He made just 14 appearances on Tyneside and will now not be returning.

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WHAT NEXT FOR KELLY AND JUVENTUS?
Juventus sit fourth in Serie A with three matches remaining. Kelly will hope to feature as his side aim to secure a Champions League spot.