The Italian giants Juventus have been busy in the transfer market this summer, signing some high-profile signings that have raised eyebrows across Europe.
One such signing is the return to Turin of Cristiano Ronaldo, who has agreed to a lucrative contract with the club until 2021. The 36-year-old forward will be hoping to win his fourth Serie A title with Juventus and add to his already impressive record as one of the greatest footballers ever.
Another player who has caught the eye is the 18-year-old Brazilian winger Duarte Lima, who joined from Flamengo on a four-year deal. The teenager was rated as one of the best young players in South America by La Liga side Valencia last year and Juventus are hoping he can replicate that form at the top level.
But it's not just the signings that are making headlines - the moves themselves are also significant. Juventus have shown they are willing to pay big money for top talent, with the club reportedly offering up to €45 million for Ronaldo and over €20 million for Lima.
The move to bring Ronaldo back to Turin is seen as a major coup for Juventus, who were forced to sell him to Manchester United in 2009 after falling into financial trouble. The 37-year-old has since won five Premier League titles and two Champions Leagues, but he is now eager to add another trophy to his collection at Juventus.
The signings of Ronaldo and Lima are part of a wider strategy by Juventus to compete with the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona in Europe's elite leagues. The club has spent heavily on transfers in recent years, but they remain one of the most successful teams in Italy and have consistently been among the top clubs in Europe.
As the transfer window comes to a close, it remains to be seen how well Juventus will perform under new coach Massimiliano Allegri, who took over from former manager Antonio Conte earlier this season. But with Ronaldo and Lima at their disposal, there is no doubt that Juventus will be a force to be reckoned with in European football for years to come.