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Juventus Assessing January Option to Restore Midfield

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Borussia Moenchengladbach, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Monaco, Nice, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

With Paul Pogba out of the picture and Nicolò Fagioli potentially facing a ban too, Juventus will have to intervene in the midfield in January. Their list of targets for the role is growing quickly. As their directors stated, they’ll hunt for opportunities.

Khephren Thuram is the early leader in the clubhouse to address the Juventus midfield after Paul Pogba tested positive for doping.

Juventus Favor Nice Star to Restock Their Midfield

September 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus are unlikely to plug their hole in the midfield with a free agent, but the Paul Pogba situation will likely force them to intervene in January, and Khephren Thuram is the early leader in the clubhouse to address the role, as Cristiano Giuntoli tracked him for a few years.

Juventus will likely be in the hunt for a midfielder in January, considering the Paul Pogba situation, which will be clearer at that point.

Juventus Begin Shortlisting Midfielders for January

September 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Udinese

Juventus will likely be in the hunt for a midfielder in January, considering the Paul Pogba situation. At that point, it could be clearer how long he will be suspended and if he still has a future at the club. The Bianconeri will revisit some familiar names should they make an addition.

Roma were given the chance to add two goalkeepers for cheap this summer, but they ultimately decided to stick with Rui Patricio despite his uneven start.

Roma Passed on Opportunity to Sign Two Aging Goalies

September 5, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Roma were given the chance to add two goalkeepers for cheap this summer, but they ultimately decided to stick with Rui Patricio despite his uneven start. In particular, the Giallorossi were offered Hugo Lloris and Kasper Schmeichel. The Tottenham icon ultimately stayed put despite advanced talks with Lazio.

Only recently did reports emerge of Kouamé nearing an extension with Fiorentina, but his future is still in the blue following enquiries from Ligue 1 clubs.

Fiorentina and Kouamé Inch Closer to Contract Extension

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Reports had emerged earlier in the month of the potential departure of Christian Kouamé from Fiorentina. However, as things stand, the Viola could instead hold onto the Ivory Coast international. Ligue 1 outfit Nantes are the latest club to show interest in him.

Inter intend to add a midfielder after the Lazar Samardzic fiasco and could make a run at Khephren Thuram, who’s being pursued by Juventus too.

Inter, Juventus, and Napoli Midfield Plans May Enlace

August 17, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Napoli, Nice, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Udinese

Inter intend to add a midfielder after the Lazar Samardzic fiasco and could make a run at Khephren Thuram, who’s being pursued by Juventus too. Landing his brother Marcus earlier in the summer could help them out. However, Nice set a very high price tag for their starlet.

Juventus could add one midfielder and Habib Diarra has emerged as the frontrunner among their rumored targets for the role.

Strasbourg Prodigy Top Option Bolster Juventus Midfield

August 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Frosinone, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus could add one midfielder and Habib Diarra has emerged as the frontrunner among their rumored targets. The Bianconeri will sell Denis Zakaria to Monaco and Nicolò Rovella to Lazio. Enzo Barrenechea will join Frosinone on loan. Instead, Bologna and Salernitana are after Fabio Miretti.

Juventus are selling Denis Zakaria to Monaco and Nicolò Rovella to Lazio, which could pave the way for one addition in the midfield.

Juventus Shortlist Quartet to Address Their Midfield

August 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus have finalized the departure of Denis Zakaria, who will join Monaco, and are on the precipice of selling Nicolò Rovella to Lazio, which could pave the way for one addition in the midfield. They have been trying to collect funds and make room for one signing all summer long.

Ligue 1 Outfit Discuss Loan Move for Fiorentina Striker Kouamé

August 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Serie A, Transfer Market

After the departure of Arthur Cabral to Benfica, Fiorentina could lose yet another center-forward from their ranks. The arrivals of M’Bala Nzola and Lucas Beltran this window means the future of Christian Kouamé is up in the air. The Ivorian has already been tracked by Ligue 1 outfit Nice and Bundesliga’s Hoffenheim.

Juventus Take an Interest in Coveted Nice Midfielder

August 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Liverpool, Nice, Premier League, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

After missing out on some of their primary targets, Juventus have Khepren Thuram atop their wish list for the midfield. He’s very pricey and highly sought-after, but they have kept tabs on him for over a year. Liverpool and PSG are keen too. The Bianconeri touched base with Nice.

Juventus put forth an inquiry for Jean-Clair Todibo, although without lodging an offer because of his high valuation. Giuntoli is a fan.

Juventus Touch Base to Probe Pricey Nice Center-Back

August 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Nice, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Juventus put forth an inquiry for Jean-Clair Todibo, although without lodging an offer because of his high valuation. Director Cristiano Giuntoli has been keeping tabs on him for a few years. Nice value the defender €30M. They are reluctant to lower the price tag because of the interest from multiple sides.

Kouamé Finds Two Suitors During Negotiation with Fiorentina

August 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina could sell one of its star forwards in Christian Kouamé, having already shortlisted Niclas Fullkrug to arrive in Florence. The Ivorian marksman, used extensively by Vincenzo Italiano last season across various roles upfront, has been at the Artemio Franchi for three campaigns now, scoring 8 goals in 78 appearances.

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