Juventus are actively working on a deal to sign Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain, according to comments made by Juventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali. The club executive confirmed the pursuit of the French forward, reinforcing existing reports linking Muani with a return to Turin.
Juventus see Muani as a key component in reinforcing their attack, valuing his previous six-month spell with the club. The Bianconeri believe he represents a reliable option up front and fits the tactical profile desired by manager Luciano Spalletti – a mobile and physically strong forward capable of playing in multiple roles. While PSG are currently asking for a fee of €40 million, Juventus are hoping to negotiate a lower price, potentially including performance-based bonuses.
Spalletti envisions Muani complementing a more traditional centre-forward, such as Dusan Vlahovic or Alexander Sorloth, allowing for tactical flexibility. A partnership between Muani and Vlahovic was reportedly Spalletti’s preferred option, but a pairing with Sorloth is considered a viable alternative. The club’s ability to secure either player is currently dependent on player sales.
Juventus’s new CEO recently took over a stalled transfer dossier regarding Muani, finding little progress had been made previously. Despite this, Muani has reportedly remained committed to a move to Juventus, putting other potential opportunities on hold. He has maintained frequent contact with several current Juventus players, indicating a strong desire to rejoin the squad.
Muani previously impressed during a loan spell with Juventus, particularly against teams that played with more open formations. During a subsequent loan to Tottenham Hotspur, he struggled with the physicality of the Premier League but performed well in the Champions League, demonstrating his ability to exploit space and improve attacking output. Carnevali stated, “Yes, we are working on it,” signaling continued optimism despite the challenges. Juventus are awaiting developments regarding player departures to free up funds and finalize a deal.
