epa11777621 Juventus’ Federico Gatti celebrates after scoring the 1-0 during the Italian Serie A soccer match Juventus FC vs Venezia FC at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, Italy, 14 December 2024. EPA-EFE/ALESSANDRO DI MARCO
Juventus’ strategy to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli next summer may include sacrificing Federico Gatti, who could become part of the deal to entice the Partenopei into negotiations.
The Bianconeri have reportedly set sight on the Nigerian forward as a key part of their offensive overhaul but are aware of the complexity of the deal, given their Serie A rivals’ reluctance to sell them such a prominent profile, who also played a key part in their Scudetto-winning campaign in 2023.
Juventus ready to use Gatti as leverage in Osimhen deal with Napoli
However, Tuttosport reports that the Old Lady is considering incorporating Gatti in the deal to ease the negotiation process between the two clubs, as they know that coach Antonio Conte is a big admirer of their centre-back and would be keen on having him at Napoli alongside Alessandro Buongiorno.
This strategic move could address the Partenopei’s defensive needs while facilitating Juventus’ pursuit of a marquee striker like Osimhen—an essential target as they prepare to offload Dusan Vlahovic and renegotiate Randal Kolo Muani’s loan with PSG to extend his stay at the Allianz Stadium beyond the summer.
The Nigeria international has scored 20 goals from 22 league appearances during his loan stint at Galatasaray so far.
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