Juventus actively pursues Josip Sutalo and Nicolas Gonzalez to strengthen their squad. With their initial target, Jean-Clair Todibo, no longer viable, the club has shifted focus to Sutalo, a promising defender currently at Ajax. Negotiations are underway, and a potential swap deal involving Daniele Rugani is being discussed. Simultaneously, Juventus is making significant strides in pursuing Fiorentina’s star winger, Gonzalez, after being priced out of a move for Karim Adeyemi. Despite Atalanta’s interest in Gonzalez, Juventus is leading the race and is close to securing Teun Koopmeiners, having secretly agreed on terms with the player. The club’s strategy includes using Weston McKennie to lower the cost of Gonzalez, aiming to address multiple needs in one go as they work towards building a title-winning team under coach Thiago Motta.
Juventus targets Sutalo as a potential alternative to Todibo
With Jean-Clair Todibo no longer an option, Juventus have shifted focus to Josip Sutalo to boost their defense. Under coach Thiago Motta, the Italian club actively seeks reinforcements as the transfer window deadline approaches.
Calciomercato reports that Juventus are in talks with Ajax, led by Francesco Farioli, about a possible swap deal involving Daniele Rugani. This exchange could pave the way for Josip Sutalo’s move to Turin, with Ajax potentially willing to accept the trade.
]Josip Sutalo, a right-footed defender born in 2000, rose to prominence at Dinamo Zagreb. Since joining Ajax in the summer of 2023, he has made 40 appearances and netted two goals across different competitions. A crucial figure for the Croatian national team, Sutalo also featured in the recent European Championship. His standout performances in the Europa League qualifiers, including a goal against Vojvodina and a starting spot in the win over Panathinaikos, have further showcased his talent.
Ajax has valued Sutalo at around €15 million, with a potential salary of about €2 million—figures that Juventus can comfortably manage. The club is currently weighing its options, particularly as talks continue regarding Rugani’s possible loan to Ajax. With Ajax also contemplating the sale of another defender, Medic, to the Bundesliga, the deal could accelerate, making Sutalo’s transfer to Juventus increasingly likely.
Juventus Advance in Chase for Nicolas Gonzalez
Serie A giants Juventus are said to be making progress in their chase for Fiorentina’s star winger Nicolas Gonzalez. Calciomercato reports that while financial differences remain, both clubs continue negotiations in good faith.
Juventus have ramped up their pursuit of Nicolas Gonzalez after being priced out of a move for Karim Adeyemi due to Borussia Dortmund’s steep demands. Coach Thiago Motta views the 26-year-old as a better tactical fit compared to other targets like Galeno and Francisco Conceicao.
Although Atalanta is keen on signing the 2024 Copa America winner, Juventus are leading the race to secure the forward’s signature. The Turin giants are poised to deal a double transfer blow to Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad.
Besides pursuing Gonzalez, Juventus is on the verge of signing Teun Koopmeiners after secretly agreeing on personal terms with him, bypassing Atalanta. The Gewiss Stadium management hasn’t received this move well. However, it seems that Motta is determined to build a title-winning team, no matter the cost.
Signing Gonzalez would be a huge win for Juventus, but they need to reach an agreement with Fiorentina. La Viola is open to a loan deal with an obligation to buy. Still, they are demanding €30 million to approve the transfer.
Meanwhile, Juventus aims to reduce the cost by offering their outcast, Weston McKennie, as part of the deal. The USMNT midfielder was a target for Fiorentina earlier in the summer. Motta’s side hopes this move will address two needs at once.
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