Juventus continue their search for a central defender as the transfer window nears its close. The Turin giants have been forced to pivot their strategy after Lens rejected their loan offer for Austrian international Kevin Danso.
Calciomercato report that the Bianconeri are now exploring various options, with a renewed interest in English defender Lloyd Kelly. However, they’re facing resistance from Premier League clubs, with neither West Ham willing to part with Todibo nor Newcastle open to discussions about Kelly.
Turning their attention to the Italian market, Juventus has identified three potential targets. Saba Goglichidze, the 20-year-old Georgian defender from Empoli, is high on their list. Interestingly, Juventus will face Empoli at the Allianz Stadium this Sunday, providing an opportunity for a closer look at the young talent.
Alternative options include Thomas Kristensen, the 22-year-old Danish centre-back currently playing for Udinese, and Diego Coppola, the 21-year-old Italian defender from Hellas Verona.
This latest round of inquiries comes after Juventus’ sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli, unsuccessfully pursued several high-profile targets in recent weeks. The club had previously shown interest in Antonio Silva from Benfica, David Hancko of Feyenoord, Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo, and even AC Milan’s Fikayo Tomori.
