Juventus Transfer Market: Real Madrid Makes a Surprise Move for an Unexpected Juventus Player! Fans Are on the Edge of Their Seats
Juventus needs to sell before buying again: following the arrivals of Kolo Muani and Alajbegović, the Bianconeri are trying to offload some players to free up funds to reinvest immediately in the transfer market. In recent hours, a sensational rumor has been circulating about one of Luciano Spalletti’s regular starters, Manuel Locatelli.
According to reports by “The Sun” journalist Ekrem Konur, following the collapse of the Rodri deal, the Blancos are exploring a series of alternative options, one of which is reportedly signing the 28-year-old Juventus captain. It’s a low-profile move that the Special One is considering to strengthen his midfield.
The rumor has sent Juventus fans into a frenzy: Locatelli is among the most criticized players on the Bianconeri roster. In Turin since 2021, Locatelli has played 230 matches for the Old Lady, scoring 9 goals. Since 2025, he has once again been a regular for the Italian national team, where he has made a total of 36 appearances. His transfer value is estimated at around 25–30 million euros, and last April he extended his contract with Juventus through June 2030.
Among other possible departures from Juventus, the exit of Teun Koopmeiners has taken shape in recent days. Signed for over 50 million euros but never having truly broken out in Turin, the Dutch midfielder is on his way out: Newcastle is reported to have made a concrete inquiry for the player, who is valued at around 30 million. Fabio Miretti is also expected to leave, with Lazio reportedly making an inquiry for the 2003-born player, considering a loan deal with an option to buy.
It’s not just the midfield: Federico Gatti is also among the possible departures at Juventus. The defender, born in 1998, has caught the eye of Napoli, where Massimiliano Allegri is looking for a reliable center back to round out the defense. Juventus values the former Frosinone player at around 24 million euros, a price Napoli will certainly have to take into consideration.
