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The January transfer window is a critical time for clubs across Europe. Teams looking to compete at the top must act fast to strengthen their squads, especially when injuries, form, or squad depth create gaps.
Juventus are no exception. The Serie A giants are determined to reinforce their attack before the window closes.
For Juve, the stakes are high: the team is chasing both domestic and European success, and every signing must make an immediate impact.
While the club’s main target remains the headline name in attack, circumstances have forced the Bianconeri to consider backup options. It is a situation familiar to football fans worldwide: when a big deal proves complicated, clubs must pivot quickly.
Juventus management is now evaluating alternatives who can provide quality on the wings and complement the team’s core attacking strategy.
Any new arrival must fit seamlessly into Luciano Spalletti’s system and deliver without delaying the development of Juventus’ younger stars.
One of these alternatives has now emerged. According to Calciomercato, Juventus are keeping an eye on Daniel Maldini, the son of the legendary coach, as a possible backup to Federico Chiesa.
The report read, “The main target remains Jean-Philippe Mateus, identified as the ideal reinforcement for the centre-forward role, but the Bianconeri are also considering Daniel Maldini, a possible alternative to Federico Chiesa as Yildiz’s deputy.”
“The Chiesa situation has become complicated: Liverpool are not open to a loan and are demanding a permanent transfer for €20 million.”
“Added to this is the Bianconeri’s desire not to place excessive pressure on Kenan Yildiz: Chiesa’s presence could ultimately overshadow his career.”
“For this reason, Juve, while remaining vigilant until the final day of the transfer window regarding Chiesa, are keeping Maldini’s option open as a plan B for the wingers, with Mateta remaining the name circled in red for the center of the attack.”
The Italian forward has become increasingly peripheral at Atalanta following Giacomo Raspadori’s arrival, making him available for a potential move. Maldini would not only add depth on the wings but would also provide a less “cumbersome” solution in terms of salary compared to Chiesa.
Maldini would reunite with Spalletti, the coach who gave him his senior national team debut in October 2024. Juventus see him as a flexible attacking option to support Kenan Yildiz while the Chiesa deal remains complicated.
Liverpool, who hold Chiesa’s rights, are demanding a permanent transfer for €20 million, ruling out a loan. Juve also want to avoid placing too much pressure on Yildiz by bringing in a high-profile teammate.
The plan is clear: Mateta remains the priority for the centre-forward role, while Maldini is the backup for the wings. Juventus management are considering a double deal to strengthen their attack from multiple angles.
The arrival of one player would not preclude the arrival of the other, giving Spalletti the tools he needs to finish the season strongly.
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