Negotiations were underway at a time when he was gettable - and affordable - only for him to be thriving elsewhere now, so there may be a hint of regret already.
The Argentine attacker will be linking up with a former Manchester United manager as his next move - and the terms involved - is all but confirmed.
Paulo Dybala is currently deciding on his next club after leaving Juventus, and Man Utd have been given a boost in their chase for him.
Cristiano Ronaldo could play a part in Manchester United targeting Paulo Dybala, while a Chelsea star considers transfer action - all the latest Euro Paper Talk.
The latest developments on Ronaldo's future at Man Utd and their efforts to sign Dybala as a replacement - while the papers also have news on Arsenal efforts to sign a £60m-rated Bayern star
Inter have been the main suitors for Paulo Dybala in recent months but the star is beginning to become frustrated at their lack of action.
Dybala's hopes of a move to Inter Milan look likely to have been put on ice, giving Spurs fresh belief an agreement can be reached
Tottenham will not be signing Paulo Dybala this summer, with his wage demands proving a major stumbling block
Paulo Dybala has revealed the latest on his future plans as he prepares to leave Juventus, with Man Utd and Arsenal supposedly keen
Paulo Dybala has reportedly had a re-think over a move to Arsenal after their top-four hopes took a major blow
Paulo Dybala has admitted he expected to stay at Juventus longer ahead of his final home match representing the Serie A giants.
The attacker will leave Juventus on a free this summer after seven seasons. Now one observer claims to have the inside track on a move to Emirates Stadium
Pundit, Kevin Campbell has had his say on Arsenal's striking department and why Paulo Dybala wouldn't solve any of their issues
Juve's Paulo Dybala has not agreed a deal with a rival Serie A club, according to his agent.
Juve want a replacement for Paulo Dybala this summer and Christian Pulisic is on a shortlist of two, claims a report.
Newcastle have caught Manchester United sleeping and lodged a contract offer to a Juventus striker.
Erik ten Hag is pushing Man Utd to sign a Serie A playmaker this summer, while Jurgen Klopp has lined up Trent Alexander-Arnold's understudy
Inter Milan would appear to be in the box seat but Tottenham have a close close connection to the player and remain in the hunt
The forward is very much a man in demand but it seems money isn't enough to lure the player towards a Premier League move
Tottenham have seemingly been given a major come-and-get-me plea by a Serie A defender, while Newcastle lead the race for a top striker.
The 28-year-old will be out of contract this summer and as such is looking for a big signing-on fee and salary to go with it.
Juve revealed recently that the Argentina international will be on the move at the end of the current campaign.
The Gunners' summer transfer plans are starting to take shape - and a smart raid on Juventus appears to be gathering pace
The agent of an international striker is in England on a "recon lap" as he looks for a new club for his client.
Chelsea intend to enter the race to sign Tottenham target Paulo Dybala, and a report has revealed the extent of their efforts thus far.
A big club has reportedly dropped out of the race to sign a Juventus man, giving Arsenal and Spurs hope of completing a deal
Paulo Dybala could take up a role previously occupied by a well-respected Tottenham star, according to one pundit
Amid claims that Arsenal are in talks and Tottenham are keen, the pair have received a strong warning about pursuing a deal for a Juve man
Liverpool could be subjected to a Juventus raid this summer after Max Allegri set his sights on a 'dream' replacement for Paulo Dybala