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Juventus Hit With New UEFA FFP Probe; European Ban Looms as CEO Quits Amid Investigation

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 3 weeks ago | Oct 18, 2025 08:13 am IST
Juventus Hit With New UEFA FFP Probe; European Ban Looms as CEO Quits Amid Investigation

Here we go again. Just when you thought the drama was over, Juventus gets pulled right back in. UEFA has officially opened a new investigation into the Italian club for potential breaches of its Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules, and this one could have massive consequences for their future in Europe.

Key Takeaways

  • UEFA is formally investigating Juventus for potential FFP breaches between the 2022 and 2025 fiscal years.
  • The club was officially notified of the proceedings on September 18, 2025.
  • A final verdict from UEFA is expected in the spring of 2026.
  • Sanctions could include huge fines, transfer restrictions, or even a ban from European competitions.
  • Amidst the turmoil, Juventus CEO Maurizio Scanavino is set to step down on November 7, 2025.

So, What’s This New Probe About?

Look, it’s serious. On September 18, 2025, UEFA sent Juventus a formal notice. They’re looking into something called the “Football Earning Rule” over a three-year span covering the fiscal years ending in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Basically, they’re digging deep into the club’s finances to see if their books are balanced according to the rules.

And the timing is just brutal. The club’s CEO, Maurizio Scanavino, is slated to resign on November 7, 2025. You don’t need to be a detective to see that the pressure is mounting inside the club. This isn’t just a slap on the wrist; it’s a full-blown financial audit with their European reputation on the line.

Haven’t We Been Here Before?

Yeah, you’re not wrong. This feels familiar for a reason. Juventus was already banned from the Europa Conference League for the 2023-24 season. That came with a hefty €17.1 million fine for previous FFP and licensing breaches. So, this new investigation is a sign that UEFA isn’t done with them yet.

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You might have seen headlines about “two clubs banned from Europe.” That’s referring to historical precedents. Think back to AC Milan getting suspended for the 2018/19 season for FFP issues, or even further back to 2013 when Turkish clubs Besiktas and Fenerbahçe were banned for match-fixing. It shows UEFA isn’t afraid to drop the hammer.

What Could Happen to Juventus?

This is where it gets scary for Juve fans. The potential sanctions are no joke. We’re talking about a whole range of punishments that could cripple their ambitions. The list includes things like:

  • Substantial financial fines (again).
  • Restrictions on registering new players for UEFA competitions.
  • A salary cap for new signings.
  • Limits on their squad size for European tournaments.
  • And the big one: total exclusion from European competitions.

But honestly, we won’t know for sure for a little while. The final decision from UEFA’s investigation isn’t expected until the spring of 2026. Until then, it’s a waiting game. A very, very tense waiting game. What do you think will happen? Will they escape with a fine, or is another ban on the horizon?