Juventus Strengthens Defense with Renato Veiga Loan

Juventus secured Portugal defender Renato Veiga on loan from Chelsea until season's end. Veiga, who joined Chelsea from FC Basel for 14 million euros, looks for more playtime amid Juventus' defensive injuries, joining the team fifth in Serie A.

Juventus has reinforced its defense by signing Portugal's Renato Veiga on loan from Chelsea until the season concludes, the Serie A club announced Monday.

Veiga, 21, had joined Chelsea from FC Basel for 14 million euros, yet he made just a single Premier League appearance.

Struggling with defensive injuries, Juventus hopes Veiga will provide the resilience needed as they trail fourth-placed Lazio by two points in Serie A.

(With inputs from agencies.)