Fabrizio Ravanelli advises Juventus to target Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus instead of Robert Lewandowski. He believes signing Lewandowski would send the wrong message as Juventus seeks a new center-forward.
Key points
Fabrizio Ravanelli advises Juventus to sign Gabriel Jesus
Ravanelli believes Lewandowski would send a wrong signal
Juventus seeks a new center-forward in the summer
Dusan Vlahovic's contract extension is uncertain
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Ravanelli tells Juventus to sign Arsenal striker, not Lewandowski
Former Juventus star Fabrizio Ravanelli believes the Bianconeri should try to sign Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus rather than Barcelonaās Robert Lewandowski: āIt would send a wrong signalā¦ā
Juventus will be looking for a new centre-forward in the summer transfer window, regardless of Dusan Vlahovicās possible contract extension.
Kenan Yildiz is the Bianconeriās top scorer this season with 11 goals, followed by Weston McKennie with nine and Jonathan David with eight; therefore, Ravanelli feels that a new, ruthless striker must be a transfer priority for Juventus next summer.
āA finisher. I believe that is where Juventus struggle. Theyāve been without Vlahovic for a long time, and heās also had problems, but I believe that if he were fully fit, Juventus would have had some more points,ā the ex-striker told Gazzetta.
Q&A
Why does Ravanelli recommend Gabriel Jesus over Lewandowski for Juventus?
Ravanelli believes that signing Lewandowski would send a wrong signal, suggesting that Gabriel Jesus is a better fit for Juventus.
What are Juventus' plans for the summer transfer window?
Juventus is looking to acquire a new center-forward in the summer transfer window, regardless of Dusan Vlahovic's potential contract extension.
What is the significance of Ravanelli's opinion on Juventus' transfer strategy?
Ravanelli's opinion highlights a strategic shift for Juventus as they aim to rebuild and send a positive message to fans and players.
Who is Gabriel Jesus and what is his current status?
Gabriel Jesus is an Arsenal striker who is being considered by Juventus as a potential signing for the upcoming transfer window.
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MILAN, ITALY ā APRIL 26: Dusan Vlahovic of Juventus warms up prior to the Serie A match between AC Milan and Juventus FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on April 26, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
āSpalletti has tried in any way to make the team more clinical in attack, because they create so many chances. Theyāve also scored a few goals in recent games, but they lack a truly clinical finisher who makes a difference. A No.9.ā
Vlahovicās contract expires this coming June, but negotiations with the Serbia international are expected to resume shortly.
āEven if he were to stay, Juventus would still need a striker who makes a difference,ā insisted Ravanelli.
āJuventus have always had great attackers, and thereās always been competition to start up front. Only Vlahovic, if he stays, would not be enough to fight on all fronts.ā
Among the possible attacking reinforcements mentioned by the Italian press in recent weeks is Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, who is available as a free agent after his contract expires at the end of the season.
Ravanelli, however, feels the Poland international would not be a good fit for the Bianconeri.
āI donāt think so, because it would send a wrong signal to the fans and the Juventus programs,ā he said.
āTheyād take a step back. Not because Lewandowski is not a good striker. Heās a star and a big champion, we all know that. But Juventus need players with a bright future ahead, who want to develop at Juventus, with the Juventus DNA. I think the club should look to other attacking options rather than the 38-year-old Lewandowski.
MILAN, ITALY ā JANUARY 20: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal FC celebrates after scoring their teamās secons goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Arsenal FC at Stadio San Siro on January 20, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
āIād do anything to sign Osimhen, even if itās not easy because of certain clauses,ā Ravanelli added.
āThere are many strong strikers in Europe, starting with Gabriel Jesus, who would be worthy of a place at Juventus even after a few injuries. There are other young players, and the scouts must identify the right profile who can win something important in the future.
āIāve always liked Moise Kean, who has already been at Juventus,ā Ravanelli concluded.
āPerhaps heās had a few too many injuries, and he had a difficult time at the club, but I consider him one of the best young players in Italy. He has the physical strength and the bearing of someone who could be a Juventus striker.ā
