Juventus Push Broadens As Zirkzee, Kessie, Tomori And Gonzalez Shape Transfer Market Plans

• Joshua Zirkzee was omitted from Manchester United’s friendly against Milan on August 15, strengthening Juventus’ hopes of pursuing the Dutch striker
• Juventus have already confirmed six signings for 2026-27 and will soon announce Guglielmo Vicario, who will wear the number 25 jersey
• Besiktas have joined the race for Nico Gonzalez

Juventus Continue To Track Attacking Reinforcements

Juventus remain active across several areas of the transfer market, with attacking, midfield and defensive additions still under consideration despite the club having already confirmed five new signings for 2026-27. The Bianconeri are also expected to announce Guglielmo Vicario as their new goalkeeper, with the Italian set to take the number 25 shirt in Turin.

One of the key names still on Juventus’ radar is Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee. According to Gazzetta, the Dutch striker was not involved in Manchester United’s latest friendly against Milan, a decision that has boosted Juventus’ confidence over a possible move. The report states that Juventus are determined to open talks with Manchester United if Jonathan David leaves.

‼️ Luciano Spalletti currently has six confirmed new signings at his disposal (seven including Jérémie Boga), but the Juventus management remain active in the transfer market and hope to complete another two or three signings if they can sell a few more players.

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Zirkzee’s situation at Old Trafford has come under further scrutiny after Michael Carrick left the former Bologna player out of the friendly against Milan on August 15. That omission was presented as evidence that he is not part of Manchester United’s plans.

Kessie Remains A Priority As Juventus Assess Midfield Options

In midfield Franck Kessie remains Juventus’ priority target. The former Milan and Atalanta midfielder is available as a free agent.

Juventus’ interest in Kessie forms part of a wider plan to keep improving the squad before the transfer window closes, with the club still working on potential moves across multiple positions.

Left-Back Concerns And Tomori Among Defensive Options

Defensively, Juventus are monitoring the left-back market. The club’s management consider strengthening that role a priority after concerns emerged over Andrea Cambiaso’s defensive performances during pre-season.

Alongside that search, Juventus are also assessing low-cost defensive opportunities. One of the options under consideration is Milan defender Fikayo Tomori.

Besiktas Enter Gonzalez Race As Juventus Look To Raise Funds

Nico Gonzalez is another player at the centre of Juventus’ market activity. Besiktas have joined the race for the winger, with the Turkish club also pursuing Dusan Vlahovic this summer.

Gonzalez is among several players Juventus are prepared to sell as they seek to raise funds for further additions before the transfer window closes. The Argentine returned to Turin after Atletico Madrid decided not to make his loan move permanent, although the Spanish club are still working to bring him back.

Gonzalez resumed individual training at Juventus’ Continassa base on 13 August after his involvement at the World Cup. He was also left out when Juventus presented their fringe players, including Arthur and Milik, to fans at the Allianz Stadium last weekend, which was described as a sign that he is not part of Luciano Spalletti’s plans.

Italiano Reunion And Wider Interest In Gonzalez

Besiktas are ready to submit a loan proposal with an option to buy for Gonzalez. Juventus, however, would rather complete an outright sale and are willing to listen to offers because the winger is not considered part of their plans for the coming season.

A move to Besiktas would reunite Gonzalez with two familiar figures. He has shared 42 appearances with Vlahovic across Fiorentina and Juventus combined, while he also worked under Italiano at Fiorentina, where he produced some of his strongest form with 25 goals and 14 assists in 86 appearances.

Transfer Situation At A Glance