Juventus Transfer Market: The High-Profile Free Agent Is Back in the Spotlight—Spalletti Has Already Coached Him

Marcelo Brozovic could be an option for Juventus, which is grappling with a particularly complicated situation in midfield. According to Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel, the Croatian has been offered to several clubs and has expressed a desire to return to Serie A, even accepting a significant pay cut.

At the moment, no formal negotiations have reportedly begun with the Bianconeri, but the situation remains to be monitored. Brozovic is a free agent and could therefore be signed even outside the regular transfer window. His experience and the fact that he would be available immediately could make him an attractive option for Juventus, which is dealing with numerous absences. Luciano Spalletti has already coached him at Inter.

The latest issue concerns Manuel Locatelli, who is forced to undergo meniscus surgery that is expected to keep him off the field for at least three months. Added to this is Kephren Thuram, sidelined with a knee injury and not expected to return until January 2027—so much so that he has been excluded from the UEFA rosters.

Pape Matar Sarr is also not yet in top form. The new signing missed the first two league matches against Tottenham due to a muscle issue, and Juventus does not intend to take any risks, which is why he is expected to sit out the upcoming Serie A and Europa League matches. McKennie, who is dealing with muscle fatigue, is also a question mark.

The shortage isn’t limited to the midfield. Yildiz underwent foot surgery and is expected to be sidelined for three months, while Ekhator is expected to return toward the end of October. Cambiaso, on the other hand, is expected to be out for about a month.

In midfield, therefore, options are limited, and at the moment, Koopmeiners and Douglas Luiz are the main alternatives available. It is in this context that Brozovic’s role could take on greater significance. The arrival of the former Inter player would not only help alleviate the crisis but could also reshape the pecking order in the midfield heading into the coming months.