Juventus are preparing an offer for free-agent Franck Kessié while also considering Monaco striker Folarin Balogun as talks for Randal Kolo Muani continue to stall.
Juventus are stepping up their transfer activity by preparing an opening offer for former AC Milan midfielder Franck Kessié, while also adding Monaco striker Folarin Balogun to their list of attacking targets ahead of the new season.
The Bianconeri have had a relatively quiet summer so far, with Italian winger Jeff Ekhator their only signing after arriving from Genoa. However, sporting directors Giovanni Carnevali and Frederic Massara are working to strengthen Luciano Spalletti’s squad before the transfer window closes.
🚨🇨🇮 JUST IN: Franck Kessié would love to wear the Juventus shirt. He is very keen to return to Serie A. 💣🔥
As of today, he has stopped considering offers from Saudi clubs, as his priority is to join Juventus.
He is now waiting for a signal from the Bianconeri in the coming…
— Forza Juve | 𝑒𝑛. (@TheFJEN) July 11, 2026
One of Juventus’ priorities is Kessié, who is available after leaving Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli. The 29-year-old is reportedly open to returning to Serie A after deciding against signing a contract extension with his former club.
According to reports in Italy, Juventus are preparing their first proposal for the Ivorian midfielder, although negotiations could prove difficult. Kessié’s representatives are said to be demanding a signing-on bonus of more than €5 million as part of any agreement.
In attack, Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani remains Juventus’ preferred option. The Turin giants have been locked in talks with the French champions for several weeks but are growing increasingly frustrated by PSG’s valuation of the striker.
🚨🗣️ Giovanni Carnevali: “PSG’s demands for Kolo Muani, which are above €45M, are too high. Either we find an agreement or we will turn to other players.” pic.twitter.com/IWoYPgwVFu
— Forza Juve | 𝑒𝑛. (@TheFJEN) July 13, 2026
Juventus have reportedly warned PSG that they are prepared to walk away from negotiations if the Ligue 1 club refuses to reduce its asking price, prompting the club to explore alternative options in the transfer market.
Monaco forward Folarin Balogun has now emerged as a serious candidate. The United States international is believed to be considering a move away from the French side this summer, although Monaco’s reported €50 million valuation means he would cost Juventus a similar amount to Kolo Muani.
Parma striker Mateo Pellegrino also remains on Juventus’ radar as the club weighs up its attacking options. With Spalletti eager to add more firepower before the new campaign begins, the coming weeks could prove decisive in shaping the Bianconeri’s transfer strategy.
