Juventus is anticipating the Zirkzee coup. Giuntoli hopes and knows that the deal could also go through Napoli and “enemy” De Laurentiis
In an increasingly intertwined market, where the decisions of one club can have domino effects on the strategies of others, Juventus finds itself with a clear mission: to bring Joshua Zirkzee to Turin.
Giuntoli e il Napoli, che intreccio per Zirkzee (foto LaPresse/AnsaFoto) – serieanews.com
But the path to the Dutch striker, who has not found space at Manchester United, could also intertwine in a rather roguish way with Napoli. Technical director Cristiano Giuntoli is clear about the need to reinforce the Thiago Motta-led team’s attack, especially after Arek Milik’s umpteenth stoppage.
The priority target is Zirkzee, a player with great potential who, after his lackluster experience in the Premier League, is looking for a new soccer home. At Manchester United, the change of coach from Erik ten Hag to Ruben Amorim has further marginalized the Dutchman, increasing the likelihood of a departure as early as January.
The Bianconeri have already moved: Giuntoli, who recently returned from Saudi Arabia, has intensified contacts with the player’s entourage. The idea of a loan with right of redemption seems the ideal solution, also considering the investment of about 40 million made by the Red Devils just six months ago. However, Manchester United has not yet given the okay to such a favorable formula. This is where a possible unexpected ally comes into play: Napoli.
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Victor Osimhen is one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe, despite his current loan at Galatasaray. The termination clause set at 75 million euros is also valid for January, and Manchester United, desperate for an international-level bomber, could be serious. Should Amorim push to get the Nigerian immediately, and the Red Devils decide to invest without waiting for disposals, Zirkzee’s exit could become more likely.
Zirkzee, che intreccio fra Juventus e Napoli (AnsaFoto) – serieanews.com
Giuntoli, with his deft strategist style, knows well that such a deal could open the door to the loan with redemption so much desired by Juventus. The paradox is that Giuntoli, in order to close the Zirkzee deal, has to root for his former team. Napoli, by selling Osimhen, would favor the Dutchman’s departure to Turin.
But there is another variable to consider: Napoli itself is interested in Zirkzee. Should De Laurentiis decide to insert himself into the negotiations, perhaps precisely as a quid pro quo to close the Osimhen deal, Juventus would be in serious trouble. Giuntoli will have to move extremely carefully so as not to find himself overtaken by the man who, until a few months ago, was his employer.
The market, it is known, is the realm of the unexpected. Juventus, with a hellish January schedule and so many question marks on the squad, cannot afford any missteps. Zirkzee’s arrival would be a breath of fresh air not only for Thiago Motta, who would rediscover a striker he already coached in Bologna, but also for the entire Bianconeri environment. However, to achieve the goal, a perfect combination of timing, diplomacy and luck will be needed.
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