Juventus are weighing the sale of defender Fahrudin Muharemovic to Leeds United, potentially for a fee between €35 and €40 million, according to reports in the Italian press. The move would allow the Turin club to generate a significant profit – estimated at €18-20 million – and accelerate their activity in the transfer market.
Juventus previously held the option to re-sign Muharemovic from Sassuolo for approximately €12-13 million, having retained a 50% sell-on clause when he initially moved to the Neroverdi. However, interest from the Premier League has dramatically increased his value. The club had initially planned to reintegrate the Bosnian international to optimize costs, but the substantial offer from Leeds presents a compelling financial incentive.
Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti has identified an experienced goalkeeper and a top-level centre-forward as priority signings. The club’s ability to secure these targets is currently hampered by a need to reduce their wage bill and generate transfer funds. Several players are deemed surplus to requirements, but their high salaries are proving to be a barrier to outgoing transfers.
Juventus are simultaneously exploring alternative defensive options should Muharemovic depart. The club is reportedly attempting to revive negotiations for Jhon Lucumí, whose release clause of €28 million expires on July 15th. They have also made initial inquiries about Fikayo Tomori, who is available at AC Milan. The potential sale of Muharemovic could mirror previous departures of young talents like Dean Huijsen and Matias Soulé, though the club may later regret losing promising players. Ultimately, selling Muharemovic may be necessary to fulfill Spalletti’s squad requests quickly.
Juventus will meet with Muharemovic’s representatives mid-week to discuss the possibility of a transfer. The club is hoping to finalize a deal that will allow them to strengthen their squad before the start of the new season.
