Juventus have confirmed the permanent signing of Randal Kolo Muani and teenage talent Kerim Alajbegović.
Juventus have finally delivered the transfer reinforcements Luciano Spalletti had been waiting for, confirming the arrivals of two exciting new players ahead of the new Serie A season.
The Bianconeri officially announced the permanent signing of French striker Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain, while also completing the signing of highly-rated teenage midfielder Kerim Alajbegović from Bayer Leverkusen. After weeks of uncertainty in the transfer market, Juventus have now begun strengthening the squad with two players viewed as important pieces for both the present and the future.
Juventus Finally Sign Kolo Muani After Tussle With PSG
The headline arrival is undoubtedly Kolo Muani, whose move to Turin has been a long time coming. Juventus had been working to secure the striker on a permanent basis ever since his impressive loan spell during the second half of the 2024/25 season.
The French international quickly became a fan favourite after scoring 10 goals in 22 appearances, helping Juventus secure Champions League qualification. Although he spent last season on loan at Tottenham Hotspur, Juventus never abandoned their pursuit and have now completed a deal reportedly worth €38 million plus a further €12 million in performance-related bonuses, tying him to the club until 2031.
Kolo Muani’s arrival gives Spalletti another proven attacking option as Juventus continue rebuilding following recent changes to the squad. The 27-year-old brings pace, movement, pressing ability and versatility across the front line, qualities that made him one of Europe’s most sought-after forwards before his move to Paris.
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With PSG moving on from a player no longer central to Luis Enrique’s plans, Juventus believe they have secured a striker capable of leading their attack for years to come.
Alongside Kolo Muani, Juventus have also invested heavily in the future by signing 18-year-old Kerim Alajbegović. The Bosnia and Herzegovina international joins from Bayer Leverkusen after a rapid rise through the German club’s academy system. Reports suggest Juventus paid over €30 million, with bonuses potentially pushing the total fee close to €40 million, underlining just how highly they rate the attacking midfielder.
The teenager attracted interest from several top European clubs, including Chelsea, Napoli and Atalanta. Chelsea, managed by former Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso, reportedly pushed hard to convince the youngster to move to Stamford Bridge.
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However, Juventus ultimately won the race by offering a clearer pathway into the first team, something that proved decisive in the player’s decision. He has signed a contract that runs until 2031 and is expected to be gradually integrated into Spalletti’s senior squad.
Spalletti Finally Gets His Demands But No Martinez
The double signing comes as a major boost for Spalletti, who had openly voiced his frustration over Juventus’ slow progress in the transfer market following the FIFA World Cup.
The Italian coach admitted he wanted new arrivals much earlier in pre-season, believing the squad required fresh quality before preparations intensified. With Kolo Muani and Alajbegović now officially through the door, Juventus have finally answered those concerns and taken an important step towards building a squad capable of challenging both domestically and in Europe.
However, not everything has gone according to plan for the Juventus boss. One of Spalletti’s priority targets, Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, now appears out of reach after negotiations between the two clubs reportedly collapsed. Juventus have been unable to reach an agreement over a transfer fee, forcing them to abandon the pursuit despite the Argentine’s strong interest in the move.
Attention has now shifted to Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, who has emerged as Juventus’ leading alternative between the posts. The Japanese international is highly regarded after an impressive campaign in Serie A and is considered one of Europe’s most promising young goalkeepers.
