Throughout last season, news reports often linked Franck Kessié with a transfer to Juventus. The Ivorian was at the time on an expiring contract, which meant the end of his five-year spell at Milan.
But instead of joining the Bianconeri, it was Barcelona who won the race for one of last summer’s most coveted free agents. However, the 25-year-old’s first days in Catalonia have been anything but pleasant.
The Atalanta squad player has only participated in seven LaLiga games, most from the bench, so his position in Xavi’s pecking is evident.
According to Mundo Deportivo via ilBianconero, a multitude of European clubs are aware of the situation, hoping to call on Kessié’s services should he and Barcelona decide to end their collaboration early.
The source naturally names Juventus as one of the midfielder’s suitors. However, the bianconeri would have a plethora of challengers if they decide to go after the player.
As the report claims, Inter, Aston Villa and Fulham are monitoring the situation, while Antonio Conte’s Tottenham have also recently entered the fray.
Juve FC says
At the moment, Juventus are unlikely to make expensive deals, especially amid their financial and legal crisis.
Fortunately, the Bianconeri are enjoying a midfield renaissance thanks to the emergence of exciting young players, while the return of Paul Pogba from injury could be the added value Max Allegri continues to seek.
