Juventus Transfer News and Rumours Tracker: Week of September 29
Juve’s excellent start to the season continues apace, the last week bringing three more comfortable wins for the Italian champions. The next seven days could prove crucial, however, with fixtures against Atletico Madrid and Roma looking set to be far more challenging encounters.
Yet, with six straight wins coming without conceding a single goal, it is difficult to imagine how the current Bianconeri side could be improved. Beppe Marotta has promised the club will assess the situation properly, in any case.
“In January if we need to do so then we will make corrective measures,” he told Radio 1 (h/t Football Italia).
Over the following pages is a look at the potential targets for the director general this winter, updated daily to keep you fully informed of all the transfer news and rumours concerning the Turin giants.
*UPDATED SATURDAY OCTOBER 4*
Arturo Vidal Puts Happiness over Manchester United Money
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Arturo Vidal has once again stated his desire to stay at Juventus, insisting his family's happiness in Turin is above the potential financial reward he could earn elsewhere. In an interview with TuttoSport, the Chilean midfielder said he was never informed of any Manchester United interest this summer, telling them (h/t Football Italia):
The truth is I was relaxed and calm this summer, focusing only on my knee. I never once asked my agent or Juventus if something was happening. I have a pact with my agent: if there is something concrete, then he alerts me. He did not alert me.
I don’t know exactly what happened during the summer, but I doubt it was anything truly important, otherwise he would’ve warned me.
Asked if he had received a firm offer from the Old Trafford giants he said "I really don’t know... I can only say that I am happy in Turin. I am happy, my wife loves Turin, Alonsito and the little one are happy here."
“My family’s happiness is more important than money or anything else. At Juventus I am happy, it is my home. It’s always tough to leave your home, isn’t it?”
Jose Mauri Comments on Juventus Speculation
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After speculation from La Gazzetta dello Sport linked him with Juventus (h/t Football Italia), Jose Mauri has responded by speaking to reporters on Friday. Downplaying the rumours after being asked how he would deal with a call from the Bianconeri, “I’d respond! the Parma midfielder quipped as per the same source. "Seriously, these are things that come out on the internet, no-one has ever called me.”
PSG Monitor Stephan Lichtsteiner Situation
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According to news in Italy, Paris Saint-Germain are the reason behind the stalled contract talks between Juventus and Stephan Lichtsteiner. The Swiss full-back is out of contract at the end of the current campaign, and it is believed the French side are to blame for a new deal not being reached.
SportsMediaset (h/t Forza Italian Football) report that the 30-year-old could be set for a move to the reigning Ligue Un champions this summer.
Jose Mauri on Juventus Radar
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Jose Mauri’s rise to prominence at Parma has lead to speculation that Juventus have already expressed an interest in the 18-year-old. His goal against Udinese has catapulted the young midfielder to nationwide attention, with La Gazzetta dello Sport linking him with a move to Turin.
“I signed a contract until 2016 with Parma,” Mauri said when asked about the rumours by the pink paper (h/t Football Italia). “The rest we will see…”
Report: Paul Pogba agrees new contract
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According to a report on Monday afternoon, Paul Pogba has agreed a new contract with Juventus, expected to run until June 2019. As a result SportsMediaset (h/t Football Italia) believe the midfielder will see his annual salary rise from his current €1.5 million per year to around €4m.
Giorgio Chiellini to end career at Juventus
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Giorgio Chiellini has stated his desire to remain with the Bianconeri until he retires, and praised the impact of new coach Massimiliano Allegri. The defender was speaking to reporters at a media event on Monday, telling them per the Turin club’s official website:
"There’s been an immediate mutual understanding forged with Allegri. We all want to continue the journey we began three years ago and win something at the end of the season.
We’ve got an important week ahead of us, and we hope to keep doing well. I want Juventus to be my last club and I hope to end my playing career here.
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Gigi Buffon Close to Extension
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After weeks of negotiation, it seems a new contract is close to being agreed between Juventus and Gigi Buffon.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t Football Italia), the club captain is set to sign a two-year deal that will expire in June 2017.
Richmond Boakye Admits Juventus Dream
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Atalanta striker Richmond Boayke has admitted that he would love to return to Juventus' first team when his loan spell ends. Co-owned by Genoa, the 21-year-old confessed in an interview with Tuttosport that he sees his future in Turin with the Bianconeri.
"I want to make football history,” the player said (h/t Sky Sports). "Coming back and playing Champions League football in the Juventus jersey would be a dream."
Fabio Paratici Watches Torino-Fiorentina
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Fabio Paratici was reportedly in the stands to watch Torino’s match against Fiorentina on Sunday, though it remains unclear which players he was there to observe.
Writing on his own website, Gianluca Di Marzio noted the presence of the Juventus sporting director at the Stadio Olimpico for the 1-1 stalemate.
Alvaro Morata Needed Juventus Move
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After netting his first goal for the Italian champions, Alvaro Morata has revealed that leaving Real Madrid has made him determined to perform to his potential.
Speaking in an interview with the official Juventus website, the 21-year-old confessed that “it’s not easy moving to a new league and settling in immediately.”
“I really needed the move, it has given me a lot of confidence,” the striker went on to say. “I feel that I can play in a variety of positions here and the manager will know how to utilise me well.”
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