Juventus are preparing to tear up their script this summer.
Despite spending heavily on their frontline less than a year ago, the Bianconeri are reportedly ready to sanction a major tactical pivot that could see a Premier League loanee return to Italy and two high-profile stars offloaded.
According to reports from Calciomercato and Tuttosport, manager Luciano Spalletti has identified exactly who he wants to lead the line next season — and it spells bad news for some of Juve’s recent acquisitions.
Dusan Vlahovic Set for New Deal at the Allianz Stadium
The first pillar of Juve’s summer plan is securing Dusan Vlahovic.
While Vlahovic has been linked with a move to Barcelona or the Premier League, the latest signals from Turin suggest a contract renewal is now the priority.
Talks are progressing well, with Vlahovic reportedly open to a restructured deal that aligns with the club’s new financial sustainability model.
However, Spalletti doesn’t want Vlahovic to carry the burden alone; the coach is demanding two “top-tier” strikers to ensure Juve can compete for the Scudetto and in Europe.
Why Randal Kolo Muani is the ‘Perfect’ Summer Target
The man chosen to partner (or compete with) Vlahovic is Randal Kolo Muani.
The French forward, currently on loan at Tottenham Hotspur from PSG, is a familiar face to the Juve faithful following his successful loan spell in Turin last season.
Despite a mixed bag of form in North London under Igor Tudor, Juventus believe Kolo Muani’s physical profile is the perfect fit for Spalletti’s system.
With PSG reportedly willing to negotiate a permanent exit for under £42m (€50m), the Italian giants are ready to pounce.
The improved relationship between Juve and the Parisian club is expected to smooth the path for a permanent transfer.
The ‘Cuts’: Jonathan David and Lois Openda Available?
To fund the Kolo Muani move, Juventus are reportedly ready to make the ruthless decision to “cut” Jonathan David and Lois Openda.
Both players arrived last summer with massive reputations, but neither has fully convinced Spalletti.
Openda, in particular, has struggled for consistent minutes, and the club is now considering moving both players on just twelve months after their arrival.
Premier League Clubs on Red Alert for David and Openda
This development will be music to the ears of several Premier League sporting directors.
Jonathan David has long been a person of interest for Arsenal and Chelsea, while Lois Openda’s explosive pace makes him an attractive proposition for clubs looking for a dynamic edge.
If Juventus are truly ready to pull the plug on these two projects, expect a bidding war to break out.
Juve’s loss could very well be a Premier League club’s gain.
