Juventus’s pursuit of several transfer targets has been put on hold due to a period of transition within the club’s leadership, according to reports in Italy. New sporting director Giovanni Carnevali has informed agents and players that all deals initiated in recent weeks will experience delays as he settles into his role.
Among those affected is Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez. While the Argentinian international has reportedly agreed personal terms with Juventus – a three-year contract worth €5 million net per season – a significant gap remains between the clubs’ valuation of the player. Aston Villa are seeking €15 million for Martínez, a fee Juventus currently deem excessive. The clubs’ shared ownership links are acknowledged, but are not expected to significantly influence negotiations.
Juventus are carefully evaluating the financial implications of signing a goalkeeper approaching 34 years of age. As an alternative, Guglielmo Vicario remains a target, with a loan deal from Tottenham potentially facilitating an agreement. Vicario was previously a target for Inter before their acquisition of Yann Sommer.
Also on Juventus’ radar is Alexander Sorloth, the Norway international currently competing in the World Cup. Negotiations with Atlético Madrid are at an early stage, with the Spanish club reportedly seeking €35 million for the forward. Sorloth’s recent performance for Norway at the World Cup has not inflated his price, offering Juventus some leverage. The club is also considering the future of Dušan Vlahović, with the striker having previously agreed to a four-year contract worth €4 million per year with Juventus.
Further complicating matters, Juventus are focused on generating €13 million in profit through player sales to balance their finances. They have received interest from Chelsea and Barcelona for Andrea Cambiaso, with Barcelona potentially offering Ronald Araújo in exchange. Carnevali, however, prioritizes cash offers. Randal Kolo Muani, a PSG player, remains a potential option, but is not currently a priority.
