Juventus are bracing themselves for a busy summer transfer window, but perhaps not in the way they intended.
According to a new report from La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Premier League’s financial might is once again looming over the Allianz Stadium, with three key first-team players identified as primary targets for English clubs.
While the “Old Lady” has worked hard to rebuild under their current project, the lure of the Premier League is proving difficult to ignore.
Among the names being most heavily linked with a move to England is Portuguese sensation Francisco Conceicao, whose performances in Serie A have put several top-flight recruiters on high alert.
Francisco Conceicao: The Man to Replace Mohamed Salah?
The most intriguing subplot of this transfer saga involves Liverpool. With Mohamed Salah confirming he will leave Merseyside at the end of the season, the Reds are reportedly keeping a very close watch on Francisco Conceicao.
The 23-year-old winger has been a breath of fresh air for Juve since his move from Porto.
Known for his low center of gravity, explosive pace, and ability to beat a man in tight spaces, Conceicao fits the profile of a modern Premier League wide man perfectly.
Juventus paid roughly €30m to make his move permanent, but his value has already skyrocketed.
While the player recently stated he is happy in Turin, the report suggests that a massive “irrefutable” offer from a club like Liverpool could force Juventus to the negotiating table, especially as they look to balance their own books.
Thuram and Kalulu Also Under the Microscope
It isn’t just the frontline that Premier League scouts are watching. Midfield powerhouse Khephren Thuram is also said to be attracting interest from across the English Channel.
Thuram, who joined Juve to follow in his father Lilian’s footsteps, has become a vital cog in the Bianconeri midfield.
His physical profile and ball-carrying ability are seen as “Premier League ready,” with Manchester United and Arsenal previously linked to the Frenchman.
Furthermore, Pierre Kalulu, who has revitalized his career in Turin after his move from AC Milan, is being monitored by clubs looking for versatile defensive reinforcements.
Kalulu’s ability to play both as a center-back and a right-back makes him a high-value asset in the tactical landscape of the Premier League.
Will Juventus Sell?
For Juventus, the dilemma is clear. They are desperate to return to the pinnacle of Italian and European football, and losing three core players in a single window would be a significant setback.
However, Italian clubs remain in a position where they often have to sell to buy.
If the Premier League interest in Francisco Conceicao and his teammates turns into concrete bids, Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli will have a massive decision to make: keep the talent and chase the Scudetto, or bank the profit and rebuild once again.
