Juventus have confirmed their intention to strengthen their defensive line in the January transfer window, as stated by Sporting Director Cristiano Giuntoli in a recent interview. The club’s primary objective is to find a suitable replacement for the injured Bremer, preferably on a loan deal.
Calciomercato report that the Bianconeri are looking for a player who fits a specific profile: young, hungry, and with potential for growth. This aligns with their summer transfer strategy of focusing on promising talents. While Milan Skriniar’s name continues to circulate, his high wages make such a move challenging unless PSG were to assist financially.
A more realistic target appears to be Ardian Ismajli from Empoli. The Albanian-Kosovar defender has caught Juventus’ attention and is not considered merely an alternative option. However, his acquisition depends on Empoli’s asking price and the player’s willingness to move, as he is reportedly close to renewing his contract with the Tuscan club.
Juventus’ ability to make signings is contingent on outgoing transfers. The club needs to offload Arthur to create space for a new arrival, and any additional signings would require reconsidering their plans for Arkadiusz Milik.
The financial aspect remains a crucial factor. Juventus’ spending power will be largely determined by their ability to generate funds through sales. If Empoli demands a high fee for Ismajli, it could potentially derail Juventus’ plans to sign him.
