In their quest to find a competent left-back who can replace the aging Alex Sandro, Juventus have set their sights on several possible candidates.
But one of the most intriguing names on the shortlist remains Fabiano Parisi who has been showcasing his vast potential since joining Empoli in 2020.
The 22-year-old started his career at Benevento’s youth academy before spending a brief spell at Avellino. The Azzurri then poached him in 2020, and has been a stalwart on the left flank ever since.
According to Tuttosport via ilBianconero, Juventus already have an agreement in principle with Parisi over a summer transfer.
Nonetheless, the Bianconeri still have to sit at the table with Empoli to find a formula that would satisfy both parties.
As the source claims, Juventus are willing to offer some of their players as bargaining chips. This list includes Matias Soulé who’s well-liked at Empoli.
The other profiles mentioned in the report are young defender Koni De Winter and Juventus outcast Marko Pjaca. Both players spent the campaign on loan at the Carlo Castellani Stadium.
However, the report warns Juventus of some stern competition, claiming that Napoli, Inter and Milan are also tracking Parisi.
This season, the left-back contributed with two goals and as many assists in his 34 appearances across all competitions. He also has a knack for collecting bookings, receiving a red card and ten yellows.
Parisi is a gem and I would take him, no doubt. I bet he could also play on the left of a 3 man defence. Maybe Cambiaso could be moved over to the right if Parisi plays on the left wingback or left back.
All this discussion of selling/buying players is getting exhausting. How about we just bring back Cambiaso at left-back and rovella at midfield to replace rabiot? If finances are a huge issue, maybe don’t sign new players? Also talking about selling Vlahovic is absurd. No capital gain on his sale, then you have to turn around and spend 20m+ to get someone who will inevitably be an inferior striker. And don’t get me started on selling Chiesa… Juve should stay far far away from the transfer market and let the young talent fight for top 4 next season.
Totally agree, the main objective should be to keep the squad as it is today and fill the gaps with young in house players.
Yeah with this midfield quality we’ll end up 12th next season.
We need new players, these are average at best.
Well we finished 3 this season, but will for sure miss Rabiot, especially with Allegri as manager. Rovella brings in something missing though and Locatelli can thus operate box to box on the left. Ideally we get someone like Frattesi to up the depth and quality. My point is that selling Chiesa and Vlahovic will be an enormous loss and since the kids have done well enough this season, keep them, save the bucks and keep our stars.
Keep the kids. Trade the manager
Finish in relegation battle.