Juventus are reportedly interested in signing Antonio Eromonsele Nordby Nusa, a 19-year-old forward from Club Bruges. The young Norwegian, of Nigerian descent, is known for his dribbling skills on both the right and left flanks, often breaking records and impressing with his speed and agility. According to Tuttosport (via ilbianconero), Juventus’ interest in this rising star is growing by the day. Let’s take a closer look at who Nusa is and why Juventus is keen on him.
Who Is Nusa?
Born on April 17, 2005, Nusa began his football journey in the youth ranks of Stabæk before moving to Bruges in 2021. He made his debut in the Norwegian top flight at just sixteen, scoring his first goal a month later, becoming the second-youngest player in the history of the Norwegian Serie A to do so. In the Champions League, he became the third youngest player to score for Bruges at 17 years, 4 months, and 27 days against Porto.
Role and Characteristics
Nusa is primarily an wide forward who prefers to cut in from the left to shoot with his favored right foot. However, he is also capable of playing on the right wing, showcasing his versatility, a trait highly valued by Juventus. Nusa has been dubbed the “Norwegian Neymar” for his ability to effortlessly beat defenders and create chaos on the field. Speaking about his inspiration, Nusa once said, “Neymar is my role model because he creates chaos on the field with his dribbling, just like me.”
The Situation and Cost
While Premier League clubs have shown interest in Nusa, Juventus is now also in the mix, seeing him as fitting perfectly into the profile envisioned by Thiago Motta: young, ambitious, and highly unpredictable. Nusa’s transfer fee is estimated to be around 20 million euros, a more affordable figure compared to what Borussia Dortmund and Porto demand for their wingers like Adeyemi, Pepé, and Galeno. This is also more reasonable compared to the valuation of Fiorentina’s Nico Gonzalez.
