Journalist [Mauro Munno](https://x.com/Maumunno/status/2010025463327142097) reports that Juventus have made a low-key approach for Brighton & Hove Albion forward Fran Kirby. Brighton are understood to be reluctant to sell, valuing Kirby’s experience and influence within the squad, but Munno describes the situation as “one to watch” as the window progresses.
Kirby joined Brighton in the summer of 2024 and has since made 30 appearances, scoring 11 goals across all competitions. A move to Juventus would represent a significant attacking boost for the Italian side, who boast one of the strongest defences in Serie A Femminile but still have room for improvement in the final third despite sitting second in the league.
During her decorated spell at Chelsea, Kirby established herself as one of the most prolific forwards in the [Women’s Super League](https://womenfootball.blog/womens-super-league-table-standings/), scoring 115 goals in 205 appearances and winning multiple domestic and European honours.
Beyond her impact on the field, Kirby has also been a prominent voice in women’s football away from it. Speaking to BBC Sport, the England international has previously addressed issues around body image and online abuse:
“I’ve read things about myself and think: ‘Oh really, is that what people think about me?’ Or: ‘Is that how I really look?’ It still impacts me but I’m better at dealing with it.”
“I have been around long enough to suffer my own abuse growing up and seeing it on social media – you don’t become accustomed to it, though, and there’s still things you read,” she said. “A younger player coming through, who maybe gets comments like that, could end up not eating and having to compete at a high level. You see their performance drop and it really impacts them”.
“I felt it was important for people to realise that as long as you’re fit to play your sport at the highest level, and you’re consistently performing well, then body shape shouldn’t be a conversation.