For the second successive season in Serie A, Empoli goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has received plaudits for his spectacular performances between the posts.
The 26-year-old has been earning calls to the Italian national team of late and is expected to find himself at a more glamorous club in the near future.
But with a host of suitors hot on Vicario’s heels, the Bianconeri have set their sights on a younger alternative.
According to Calciomercato, Juventus have identified Marco Carnesecchi as the right profile for the club’s future.
The 22-year-old joined Atalanta in 2017 but has gained valuable experience while on loan at Cremonese since January 2021.
According to the source, the bianconeri have already started talks with the orobici about a possible transfer.
The Turin-based club could invest in the young goalkeeper next summer and then send him out on loan to gain more experience while keeping his current options for another year.
Juve FC says
At the moment, Juventus have two solid options in Wojciech Szczesny and Mattia Perin. However, the Pole is one of the top earners in the squad, so they could decide to let him go once his contract expires in 2024.
Therefore, investing in a young goalkeeper like Carnesecchi could be the right move, as there would be no point in bringing in an established goalkeeper like Vicario if we can’t guarantee him immediate playing time.
