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Juventus Keen on Napoli and Atalanta Centerpieces
TL;DR
Juventus is planning a major midfield overhaul and aims to secure a top-four finish to retain key players. They are targeting Franck Kessié and Leon Goretzka while considering selling Teun Koopmeiners.
Key points
- Juventus plans a significant midfield retooling.
- A top-four finish is crucial for retaining key players.
- Juventus is interested in Kessié and Goretzka.
- Teun Koopmeiners may be sold for €30M.
- Juventus is competing with Milan for Goretzka.
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Juventus Keen on Napoli and Atalanta Centerpieces
Juventus is plotting a substantial retool of their midfield, and making the top four would allow them to execute their strategy without selling players they’d like to keep, for instance, Khephren Thuram.
According to TuttoSport, the brass would much rather part ways with Teun Koopmeiners, who has fallen off the radar again. On the other hand, his price tag needs to be about €30M for them to avoid a loss.
Among their numerous free-agent targets, Juventus have a real shot at Franck Kessié, but he has to lower his demands to European standards. The Old Lady is battling Milan and a few other sides for Leon Goretzka. They might be more prone to accepting the accessory costs of the signing.
The Bianconeri are also keeping tabs on Frank Anguissa and , who aren’t locks to stay at . and have been offered, but they are only lukewarm on them.
Q&A
What midfielders is Juventus interested in signing?
Juventus is targeting Franck Kessié and Leon Goretzka for their midfield overhaul.
How does Juventus's top-four finish impact their transfer strategy?
A top-four finish would allow Juventus to execute their transfer plans without needing to sell key players like Khephren Thuram.
What is the asking price for Teun Koopmeiners?
Juventus would need to sell Teun Koopmeiners for around €30M to avoid a financial loss.