As the January transfer window approaches, Juventus finds itself in a familiar position: needing to sell before they can buy. The summer transfer window was a whirlwind of activity for the Bianconeri, resulting in a necessary revolution of the squad and technical project. Initially, the plan for January was to take a breather and perhaps make minor adjustments. However, recent injuries to key players like Cabal and Bremer have sounded alarm bells, highlighting the thin nature of the squad.
The priority for Juventus is to offload players to finance new acquisitions. Arthur tops the list of potential departures. His entourage has been working for weeks to find a suitable destination, with the player having previously rejected moves outside Europe’s top five leagues. A loan deal seems more likely than a permanent transfer, which would at least partially relieve Juventus of his hefty wages. Real Betis and Valencia are reportedly interested.
Beyond Arthur, Juventus is open to listening to offers for several players, provided they meet the club’s valuation. Nicolò Fagioli is the prime candidate for a significant sale that could fund incoming transfers. Currently on the fringes of the first team, Fagioli has attracted interest from abroad and could fetch around €20 million. Young talent Samuel Mbangula, who has impressed with two league goals, might also be allowed to leave for the right price.
Rumors have swirled around Brazilian players Danilo and Douglas Luiz. However, Danilo has firmly closed the door on a potential move, recognizing that his departure would further deplete Juventus’ defensive options. Douglas Luiz’s situation is similar; despite interest from other clubs, his limited playing time and injury issues this season make a substantial offer unlikely.
Amidst all the transfer speculation, one player stands out as untouchable: Kenan Yildiz. The young number 10 is seen as the centerpiece of Juventus’ future plans and is considered non-transferable by the club.
