Juventus has identified Riccardo Calafiori as a top priority for the summer transfer window, but negotiations with Bologna could prove challenging due to complications from a 50% future resale clause with Basel. The 22-year-old Italian center-back impressed during the 2023-24 season and caught the eye of Juventus after playing under Thiago Motta at Bologna.
Juventus is eager to reunite Calafiori with Motta in Turin, but the deal may hinge on exchanging various players such as Nicolussi Caviglia, Fabio Miretti, and Tommaso Barbieri. However, negotiations have been complicated due to the resale clause with Basel, which limits potential suitors’ ability to acquire the young defender.
In light of these challenges, Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli has turned his attention to an alternative option at Arsenal: Jakub Kiwior. The 24-year-old Polish defender has struggled for consistent playing time under Mikel Arteta at Arsenal and could be looking to make a move in the upcoming transfer window. Kiwior is considered a strong addition to Motta’s squad and could provide much-needed depth in defense for Juventus.