Kolo Muani back on Juve' s radar
Juventus have reopened negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain over a potential deal for striker Randal Kolo Muani, according to reports from Italy on Thursday. The Bianconeri are stepping up their search for attacking reinforcements as the future of current number nine Dusan Vlahovic remains clouded by persistent exit rumours.
The French international, who joined PSG from Eintracht Frankfurt in a high‑profile move last summer, has found consistent form hard to come by in Paris. Juventus are believed to see the 27‑year‑old as an ideal fit for their tactical set‑up under Thiago Motta, offering a blend of physicality and technical quality that could reinvigorate their frontline.
Vlahovic uncertainty fuels market moves
Juventus are facing growing pressure to address the striker position ahead of the new campaign. Vlahovic, who has been linked with clubs in the Premier League and La Liga, is yet to commit his future to the Turin giants beyond the upcoming window. The Serbian' s possible departure would leave a significant void, prompting the club to accelerate contingency plans.
While Kolo Muani has emerged as a concrete target, the path to his signing is not straightforward. PSG are likely to demand a fee in excess of €60 million for a player they invested heavily in only 12 months ago. Juventus are exploring both permanent and loan‑with‑obligation structures to make the deal financially viable.
David complication and Carnevali' s role
Jonathan David had been considered another prime candidate to bolster the Juventus attack, but reports suggest the Lille striker' s stance complicates matters. The Canadian international is understood to be reluctant to give up on a move to a different destination, meaning Juventus may not get a clear run at his signature. This has forced them to pivot aggressively towards Kolo Muani.
Amid these negotiations, Giovanni Carnevali—the experienced Sassuolo CEO and a well‑connected figure in Italian football—has been working as an intermediary to help identify and secure a Vlahovic replacement. Carnevali' s extensive network is being leveraged to navigate the complex market, and the renewed contact with PSG is seen as a direct result of his behind‑the‑scenes efforts.
Key Takeaways
- Juventus have firmly re‑entered talks with PSG for Randal Kolo Muani as they plan for life without Dusan Vlahovic.
- Vlahovic' s uncertain future is the catalyst for the club' s proactive search; a sale is far from ruled out.
- Jonathan David' s complicated preferences have forced Juventus to intensify their pursuit of Kolo Muani.
- Giovanni Carnevali is acting as a key intermediary, using his industry relationships to drive the search for a new striker.
- Any deal for Kolo Muani will be expensive, with PSG expected to set a high bar for a transfer or structured loan.
Quick Facts
Player: Randal Kolo Muani, 27, striker for PSG and France.
Current club: Paris Saint-Germain (joined 2024 from Eintracht Frankfurt).
Juventus target: To replace Dusan Vlahovic, who may leave in the next window.
Other options: Jonathan David (Lille), though his availability is complicated by personal preferences.
Intermediary: Giovanni Carnevali, Sassuolo CEO, assisting Juventus with the search.
Potential fee: Estimated above €60 million, or a structured loan‑to‑buy deal.
