Lens and Olympique Lyon are interested in signing Lois Openda on loan from Juventus, but the Bianconeri have delayed any potential move for the forward.
There is little doubt that Juventus want Openda to leave, especially as they continue their efforts to sign Randal Kolo Muani and hope to bring Dusan Vlahovic back into the squad if further discussions develop positively. The club are looking to adjust their attacking options and create space for other players.
Openda joined Juventus only a year ago in a move that now appears to have been unsuccessful. The Old Lady are keen to correct that decision during this transfer window and find a solution that allows them to move forward with their plans.
Juventus consider Openda departure
With that objective in mind, Juventus want to offload Openda and ensure that he is no longer part of their squad after the summer. However, the forward remains with the team for now as the club assess their available options ahead of the new campaign.
Juventus appreciate the interest coming from France, but according to Tuttosport, they have not agreed to send him out on loan because they currently do not have another attacker available to feature during pre-season.
The situation has forced the Bianconeri to keep Openda temporarily, despite their desire to find him a new club. Juventus are willing to consider a permanent offer if one arrives, as they would be prepared to allow him to leave immediately.
Juventus wait for attacking reinforcements
Since the current proposals involve loan deals, Juventus can afford to wait before making a final decision. The club will likely assess their attacking options once more players return to the squad, and they have greater depth available.
If Juventus can secure new forwards or bring back their unavailable attackers, they will have more freedom to complete Openda’s departure and continue reshaping their squad before the transfer window closes.