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[Saba Sports News] According to Italian media reports, Loïs Openda costs over 50,000 euros for every minute he plays for Juventus, and he has scored only one Serie A goal so far. Juventus signed the Belgian striker last summer with a loan fee of 3.3 million euros and a buyout clause of 40.6 million euros. In addition, Openda’s pre-tax annual salary is 7.4 million euros. However, Openda’s performances have been disappointing up to now. This season, he has scored just one goal in 23 Serie A appearances, totaling 684 minutes, with an average cost of 75,000 euros per minute in the league. Even including Champions League and Coppa Italia matches, Openda has only played 993 minutes in total, with an average cost still standing at 51,661 euros per minute.
The editor believes that although Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti has tried to help the player integrate into the team, they have failed to achieve effective chemistry. The player’s characteristics do not match Juventus’ tactical requirements. Openda’s performances and potential have failed to convince the club management. Barring any surprises, his future is unlikely to be with the Bianconeri.