Chiellini returns to Juventus in executive role

Former Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini has returned to the Turin club in a managerial capacity.

According to the club's press service, the 40-year-old Italian has been appointed as the Head of Relations with Football Institutions. In this new role, the former footballer will report directly to the club's CEO, Maurizio Scanavino.

Giorgio Chiellini played for Juventus from 2005 to 2022, making 561 appearances for the Turin side. During his tenure, he helped the team secure nine Italian Serie A titles, five Coppa Italia trophies, and five Supercoppa Italiana titles. Additionally, Chiellini was part of the Italy national team that won the UEFA European Championship.

In the summer of 2022, Chiellini joined Major League Soccer (MLS) club Los Angeles FC as a free agent. In December 2023, the defender announced his retirement from professional football.