Dušan Vlahović’s Juventus chapter is coming to an end this summer, and Tottenham**are said to have** held talks.
The Serbian striker has rejected the club’s latest offer and is preparing to enter the market as a free agent. Juventus proposed a deal worth €6.5 million plus bonuses, but Vlahović demanded a net salary of €8 million along with a signing fee. His comparisons with the wages of Jonathan David and Kenan Yıldız further strained relations with the board, ultimately leading to a breakdown in negotiations.
Chelsea have emerged as one of the most advanced contenders, having already made formal contact with the player’s camp. Newcastle United also see Vlahović as the perfect modern No. 9 and are reportedly ready to put forward a lucrative salary package. Tottenham and Manchester United remain interested, while Atlético Madrid, Aston Villa, and Everton are closely monitoring developments.
Beyond England, Bayern Munich view him as a potential deputy to Harry Kane, while Real Madrid consider him a strong option to add physicality and experience to their forward line. Barcelona, Napoli, and Milan have also been linked, though Serie A clubs may struggle to meet his financial demands of €8 million per season plus a signing bonus. The player has already turned down offers from Saudi Arabia.
Vlahović, who has scored 12 or more goals in each of the past four seasons, now stands at the centre of one of the summer’s most competitive transfer battles. His free‑agent status makes him an attractive target, but only clubs willing to meet his salary expectations will have a realistic chance of securing his signature.
Vlahović’s deal with Juventus expires on 30 June 2026. Recent reports confirm that no renewal agreement was reached, primarily due to wage demands - he’s currently one of Serie A’s highest earners at around €12m net/year; Juventus offered a significant pay cut.
My take
This would represent a significant gamble for Spurs. Yes, the club had promised to disrupt the wage structure, but was this what they had in mind: a striker with no Premier League experience?