Juventus have officially announced the signing of Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain on a loan deal until the end of the current season. The French striker arrived in Turin on January 15, completing his medical and finalizing the agreement, which has now been formally confirmed by the club.
Loan Agreement Details
The 26-year-old forward joins Juventus on a dry loan, with the Bianconeri paying €1 million for the deal, along with €2.6 million in additional costs. The agreement also includes potential bonuses of up to €2 million, contingent on specific performance objectives during his time in Turin. Juventus will cover Kolo Muani’s full salary for the duration of the loan.
This transfer was made possible after PSG resolved internal squad issues, including freeing up a roster slot through Juan Bernat’s move to Villarreal. Juventus successfully secured the striker despite competition from Tottenham and Manchester United, adding a valuable asset to Thiago Motta’s attacking options.
Kolo Muani’s First Words as a Juventus Player
Upon joining Juventus, Kolo Muani expressed his excitement and gratitude:
– On Joining Juventus: “I am very happy to be here, proud to wear this jersey, and excited to play in front of our fans.”
– On French Legends at Juventus: “Many French players have made history here—Zidane, Trezeguet, Pogba, Thuram. I’m honored to follow in their footsteps.”
– On Thiago Motta’s Influence: “We had long discussions about his philosophy, and he convinced me to sign for Juventus. I can’t wait to get started.”
– On His Role: “I don’t have a preference as long as I’m on the pitch. If I had to choose, I’d say central striker—it’s where I perform best.”
– On Serie A: “It’s a very challenging league. I’m eager to test myself here. I’ve played in Italy before with France against Italy—a great game with lots of pressure. I’m ready.”
He concluded with a message for fans: “I hope to see you soon at the stadium. Ciao!”
How Kolo Muani Fits into Juventus’ System
Under Thiago Motta’s 4-2-3-1 formation, Kolo Muani is expected to alternate with Dusan Vlahovic as the team’s primary striker. While both players are unlikely to start together due to tactical preferences, they may share the field in specific situations late in matches. In such cases, Vlahovic would likely play centrally while Kolo Muani operates in a more versatile role.
This signing marks an important addition for Juventus as they strengthen their attacking lineup for the remainder of the season. With Kolo Muani eager to prove himself in Serie A, fans will be watching closely to see how he impacts the team’s performance moving forward.
