Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli addressed several hot topics during his latest interview ahead of lastnight’s UEFA Champions League game against Aston Villa. Speaking to Prime Video via Gianluca Di Marzio, Giuntoli opened up on theclub’s plans for the January transfer window.
Despite going to great lengths to sign a reliable alternative for Dusan Vlahovic in the summer, Juventus ended up empty-handed. To make things worse, second-string striker Arkadiusz Milik has been unavailable for selection since the start of the season due to injury.
Giuntoli admitted the Turin giants are awaitingMilik’s recovery with bated breath amid speculation Juventus could try to lure Manchester United flop Joshua Zirkzee back to Serie A.
“*We rely onMilik’s recovery as he is good and suited to thecoach’s style,”the Juventus chief executive said. “I have many good players noted downbut we think Milik isthe rightplayer for us.*“
However, Juventus will not sit tight this winter. Thiago Motta has lost two valuable defensive pieces to long-term injuries. After Gleison Bremer slumped to a season-ending knee problem in October, summer addition Juan Cabal joined him in the treatment room with a similar injury.
Therefore, Juventus will try to reinforceMotta’s defensive options in the upcoming transfer window.
“*In defense, wewill have to do something because we are a bit short,*”Giuntoli confirmed.
Juventus are reportedly in advanced talks to acquire the services of former Inter captain Milan Skriniar. The Slovakia international is desperate to leave Paris Saint-Germain after tumbling down the pecking order in his second season at the Parc des Princes.
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