Luciano Spalletti enjoyed working with Davide Frattesi during his time as manager of the Italian national team, and he is now reportedly interested in reuniting with the midfielder in Turin.
Frattesi had previously been on Juventus’ radar during his spell at Sassuolo, but he ultimately chose to join Inter Milan instead. Since arriving at the club, however, the midfielder has struggled to establish himself as a consistently important figure within the team.
Juventus interest and Spalletti influence
The midfielder’s difficulties at Inter continued last season, and he was close to joining Nottingham Forest during the January transfer window before the proposed move eventually collapsed.
Frattesi remains on the radar of the Premier League side as Inter are interested in signing Curtis Jones from Liverpool, but the midfielder is now believed to be prioritising a move to Juventus instead.
Just as Spalletti is eager to work with him again, Frattesi is also reportedly keen on a reunion with the manager, with Juventus expected to make an approach during the current transfer window.
According to TuttoJuve, Spalletti has continued to urge the club to add the midfielder to his squad because he believes he can help him rediscover his best form in Turin.
The manager is understood to view Frattesi as a player capable of making a significant contribution if given the right tactical role and confidence within the team.
Inter stance and Juventus plans
Although Inter are traditionally reluctant to sell players directly to Juventus, there have been exceptions in the past, and this situation could become another example if negotiations progress.
Juventus are expected to intensify their focus on the potential transfer after resolving other priorities in the market, including the situation surrounding Randal Kolo Muani.
Frattesi’s future has become increasingly uncertain due to his lack of prominence at Inter, and a move away could provide him with the opportunity to regain regular football at the highest level.
For Juventus, the potential signing would strengthen their midfield options with a player already familiar with Italian football and someone highly regarded by Spalletti.
As the transfer window continues, the developing relationship between the manager and the player may prove decisive in determining whether the move to Turin eventually materialises.