Thrive again?

Juventus’ signing of Portuguese star could propel Italian league back into limelight

But Ronaldo’s transfer to Italy, more than boosting Juventus’ already stable success rates, could begin a revival of sorts for Serie A. saw Juventus relegated to the second division. AC Milan, Fiorentina and Lazio also had points deducted for their role in the scandal. And in a year that had Italy rejoicing after their fourth World Cup triumph, there was also an exodus of talent from the league. Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Fabio Cannavaro departed from Juventus along with a number of other world-class players leaving Serie A hollow.

Assists retailer Suning in June 2016. So imagine what Ronaldo, the most popular athlete on social media with a personal brand value of close to €40 million (almost ₹318.5 crore) now, can bring.

GIANLUIGI BUFFON

(Juventus to PSG)

He could have easily retired from Juventus where he is treated as a living legend but at 40,

Gianluigi decided to move out of Italy for the first time in his career. The goalkeeper, who has won 176 caps for Italy, saw all the lows and highs of Juventus in a glittering 17-year stint. He has signed a one-year contract with PSG with an option of additional seasons.

Appearances

Clean sheets

KYLIAN MBAPPE

(Monaco to PSG)

PSG completed the process of buying the World Cup winner after he played out a season on loan from Monaco. PSG were obligated to buy him once they officially avoided relegation. Apart from becoming the most expensive teenage footballer of all time, Mbappe also became the second most expensive transfer of all time.

Goals

Assists

(͈1,431.2 crore)

Appearances