Spalletti's demand. Juventus set sights on Italy national team stars
Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
Turin giants Juventus have settled their coaching future by extending Luciano Spalletti’s contract until 2028. Hot on the heels of this announcement, Italian media have shed light on the club’s ambitious transfer plans for the upcoming summer window.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Spalletti will play an active role in shaping the squad, with Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali and Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori emerging as top targets.
The Bianconeri’s management are determined to build a strong Italian core, making their interest in national team stars playing abroad a logical move. However, potential deals are complicated by the high price tags attached to these players—with much depending on their willingness to return to Serie A.
Juventus’s financial muscle will largely hinge on how the season ends. Right now, the Turin side are battling for a Champions League spot, sitting just one point off fourth place. Securing a berth in Europe’s premier competition could prove decisive in pulling off their ambitious transfer campaign.
