Juventus are gearing up for a crucial January transfer window, with Sporting Director Cristiano Giuntoli facing tight deadlines and important decisions. The club’s primary focus is on securing a defender, with a target to complete the signing after the Supercoppa, likely within the first week of the window.
Calciomercato [**report**](https://www.calciomercato.com/news/mercato-juve-tutte-le-tappe-di-gennaio-subito-il-difensore-per-l-42347) that Antonio Silva, the 20-year-old Benfica defender, has emerged as a top target. Currently finding himself on the bench, Silva’s frustration has caught Juventus’ attention. Jorge Mendes is working to facilitate a move, with Juventus exploring loan options due to financial constraints. The challenge lies in finding a compromise between Silva’s €100 million release clause and his current market value of €30-40 million.
To fund potential transfers, Juventus are considering player sales. Nicolò Fagioli and Samuel Mbangula are the most likely candidates to depart, with their exits potentially financing Silva’s acquisition. The club seems less inclined to entertain offers for Douglas Luiz or Dusan Vlahovic at this stage.
While the defender is the priority and approved investment, Juventus are keeping options open for other positions. The club is also considering a versatile full-back or a center-back capable of playing multiple positions. An attacking reinforcement might also be on the cards, depending on Arkadiusz Milik’s situation. Giuntoli believes in Milik’s utility, though manager Thiago Motta appears less convinced.
The timeline for these additional signings is likely to extend towards the end of the transfer window, with Juventus poised to capitalize on last-minute opportunities. As the January window approaches, all eyes will be on how Giuntoli navigates these complex transfer scenarios to strengthen the Bianconeri squad.