Leeds United have reportedly shown interest in Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio. As per Corriere dello Sport, the Italian shot-stopper is expected to leave the Allianz Stadium this summer following a disappointing campaign that saw the Turin club finish sixth in Serie A. Tuttosport further reveals that Daniel Farke’s side have made only tentative enquiries so far, suggesting awareness of his situation rather than an active pursuit.
His representative, Carlo Alberto Belloni, has confirmed that several European clubs have placed Di Gregorio on their shortlists, though there is no urgency to finalise a move. Leeds will face stiff competition for his signature. Tottenham Hotspur are known admirers, although Roberto De Zerbi’s team have yet to make a formal offer. Liverpool were linked briefly earlier this year but have since looked elsewhere.
Elland Road currently faces a major goalkeeping dilemma. Illan Meslier has departed as a free agent, while Karl Darlow has joined Manchester United. To add to the problem, backup keeper Lucas Perri is close to sealing a loan move to Torino. It leaves Farke in urgent need of a new first-choice goalkeeper.
At 28, Di Gregorio joined Juventus in the summer of 2025 with a stellar reputation, having previously claimed Serie A’s Goalkeeper of the Year award during his tenure at Monza. In the 2023/24 season, he made 127 saves across 33 matches and was known for his ability to play from the back, ideal for teams that operate with a high defensive line. Those familiar with Italian football viewed him as a star in the making.
However, the following season turned disastrous. Costly mistakes against Inter Milan and Como led to him being dropped by manager Luciano Spalletti midway through the campaign. By May, Di Gregorio had kept only nine clean sheets in 30 league appearances. His save rate fell to 68.1%, a sharp decline from the 70.4% he managed in his debut season with Juventus — a sign that confidence and consistency had deserted him.
One positive is his price tag. Reports earlier this year suggested Juventus would accept offers around €10–11 million. The club must recoup at least €10.8 million to avoid a financial loss on the €18.8 million paid to Monza. For a goalkeeper of his calibre and experience, that seems relatively affordable. However, Leeds should be cautious — they would be signing an out-of-form player from a turbulent club rather than a commanding presence ready to dominate Premier League penalty areas.
As a second-choice option, Di Gregorio could be a sensible addition. As the main target, though, he poses a risk. His shot-stopping stats have declined for two consecutive seasons — from 78.3% at Monza to 70.4%, and now to 68.1%.
Leeds cannot afford a goalkeeper prone to errors. The club’s defensive metrics were worrying last season, ranking 14th in the Premier League for expected goals conceded (55.7). Juventus’ tight defensive structure protected Di Gregorio to an extent, but he would find far less security behind Leeds’ current backline.
Zion Suzuki appears to be the more promising choice. Younger, highly rated, and coming off a strong World Cup campaign with Japan, he should remain the club’s top target. However, if that deal collapses and Di Gregorio becomes available for around £9 million, Farke may consider him — provided expectations are realistic.
While the fee and availability make Di Gregorio tempting, it seems his best years may already be behind him. A player who lost his starting role in a struggling Juventus team should not automatically be seen as the solution to Leeds’ problems. After months of building a structured project, Farke requires stability between the posts. Signing a low-confidence goalkeeper due to market constraints would be a short-term move disguised as a smart deal. Leeds United must make a decisive choice to resolve their goalkeeping crisis this summer.
