Juventus Transfer Market: Yildiz’s Injury Leads to a New Standoff

Alexander Sorloth remains on Juventus’ radar as a potential reinforcement for their offense. The Bianconeri management has made a new inquiry about the Norwegian center forward, a player Luciano Spalletti particularly likes for his physical attributes. The main obstacle, however, remains the terms of the deal: Atlético Madrid would like to sell the striker outright.

In discussions with the Spanish club, the name of Nico González also remains on the table. The Argentine—and this is certainly nothing new—would like to return to Spain and could become a useful bargaining chip in an attempt to put together a swap deal involving Sorloth. The situation, however, still needs to be evaluated, partly because Kenan Yildiz’s injury could prompt Spalletti to keep Gonzalez, at least for now. In short, it’s a tug-of-war with a player who wants to leave…

Meanwhile, Juventus continues to pursue Joshua Zirkzee. The former Bologna player is said to have put Aston Villa’s offer on hold to keep his word to the Bianconeri. Contacts with Manchester United remain ongoing, and the Red Devils have opened up to the possibility of a loan move, though they’re insisting that a mandatory buyout clause be included in the deal.

Sorloth and Zirkzee represent two different solutions in terms of their playing styles. Spalletti would prefer the arrival of a center forward with a more robust physical build, which is precisely why Juventus has reignited interest in the Norwegian, without, however, abandoning the pursuit of the Dutchman.