Juventus are among the clubs interested in signing David Alaba after his impressive performances for Austria at the World Cup this summer, while he searches for a new club.
Alaba has long been regarded as one of the best defenders in world football, having established himself during a successful spell at Bayern Munich before completing a move to Real Madrid.
His time in Spain came to an end this summer after his contract was not renewed. Injuries affected much of his period at the club, limiting his opportunities and contributing to the decision for his stay to conclude.
Inter join the race for Alaba
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Despite his injury struggles, Alaba continues to possess the quality and experience that have made him one of the game’s leading defenders. He reminded many of his ability with a series of outstanding performances for Austria during the World Cup.
According to [Tuttojuve](https://www.tuttojuve.com/calciomercato/alaba-rumors-juve-spunta-interesse-inter-785038), Juventus are not alone in pursuing the experienced defender, with Inter Milan also entering the race to sign him as a free agent.
Alaba has the time to consider his next destination, but Juventus may need to move quickly if they are determined to secure his signature during this transfer window. Any delay could allow Inter Milan to complete a deal, which would be a disappointing outcome for the Bianconeri.
Juventus must weigh its priorities
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Although Alaba would bring significant quality and experience to the squad, Juventus must also consider their current priorities before committing to a move.
Strengthening the defence does not appear to be the club’s most pressing requirement at this stage, with other areas of the squad also needing improvement. That could influence how aggressively Juventus pursue the defender despite their reported interest.
Even so, Alaba’s experience at the highest level and his recent displays for Austria underline why he remains an attractive option. Whether Juventus decide to intensify their pursuit may depend on how they balance their transfer priorities in the weeks ahead.