Rodrigo de Paul was on Juventus’s radar when he played for Udinese and it looked as though the Argentine might be moving to Turin.
However, Atlético de Madrid beat the bianconeri to his signature, but the midfielder has not enjoyed his time in Spain and wants to leave.
Juve remain interested in adding the World Cup winner to their squad after he played a pivotal role for his nation at Qatar 2022.
A report in Calciomercato reveals that his entourage has followed the interest of the bianconeri in his attempt to ensure that he leaves Spain and returns to Serie A.
Returning to Italy will be the best for him. However, the agreement will hardly materialize in this transfer window because the bianconeri will have difficulties to afford the luxury of the midfielder.
A move is more likely in the summer, even if it means initially taking him on loan to observe the 28-year-old’s suitability for Max Allegri’s system.
Juve FC says
De Paul was one of the best players in his position in Serie A, so it is surprising that the Argentine has struggled to be influential at Atleti.
Juve watched him a lot when he played for Udinese, so they know if he suits them, but it’s important that the Bianconeri loan him out first and not rush into a buying decision.
