Juventus’ hopes of signing Randal Kolo Muani are now threatened by Newcastle United’s reported interest in the striker, who could fetch a higher price than Juventus’ proposed €50m.
Juventus’ pursuit of Randal Kolo Muani has hit a significant roadblock with reports emerging that Newcastle United has opened talks with Paris Saint-Germain to sign the striker.
Kolo Muani’s impressive form on loan at Juventus last season, scoring 10 goals and providing three assists in just 22 games, has caught the attention of several clubs, including Newcastle.
The Magpies had previously targeted Benjamin Sesko, but lost the bidding war to Manchester United. Now, they seem to have set their sights on Kolo Muani, who could be a significant addition to their squad.
Newcastle’s interest in Kolo Muani could prove to be a major obstacle for Juventus, who had been trying to negotiate a permanent deal with PSG.
Juventus had reportedly set a deadline of August 13 to either secure Kolo Muani’s signature or explore other options. However, with Newcastle’s reported interest, it seems unlikely that Juventus will meet their deadline. The Premier League side’s willingness to pay a higher price for Kolo Muani could give them an edge in the negotiations.
PSG paid €75m to sign Kolo Muani just two years ago, and they are unlikely to sell him for a loss. Juventus had proposed a fee of around €50m, but Newcastle’s interest could drive up the price. If Newcastle sells Alexander Isak to Liverpool, they could use the funds to sign Kolo Muani.
The situation is developing rapidly, and it’s unclear how the negotiations will unfold. However, the Italian club will need to be prepared to act quickly and decisively if they want to secure the striker’s signature.
