Juventus are gearing up for a decisive move to secure Randal Kolo Muani, intensifying talks with Paris Saint-Germain after patiently waiting for the French club to conclude its Club World Cup commitments. The French striker, who impressed during his six-month loan spell in Turin, is eager to return and continue his journey with the Bianconeri.
Tudor’s Priority: Kolo Muani for the New Season
IlBianconero report how head coach Igor Tudor has made it clear that retaining Kolo Muani is a top priority for the upcoming campaign. Despite the recent arrival of Jonathan David, uncertainty still surrounds the future of Dusan Vlahovic. Tudor is pushing for Kolo Muani to join the squad as early as the preseason training camp, scheduled for July 24 at Continassa. His vision is to build an attack around the French forward’s pace and versatility.
The Transfer Fee Dilemma
The main obstacle in the negotiations remains financial. Paris Saint-Germain, having invested heavily in Kolo Muani just two years ago, are not willing to let him go at a discount. The current asking price is between 45 and 50 million euros, a figure that Juventus considers too steep. The Italian club is instead proposing a new loan deal with a well-defined option to buy, aiming to avoid any binding obligations that could strain their budget.
Kolo Muani’s Impact and Juventus’ Strategy
Kolo Muani has already won over the Juventus environment and management with his performances and attitude. However, the club prefers to observe him over a full season before committing to a long-term investment. This is why Juventus insists on a flexible formula: a paid loan with an option, not an obligation, to purchase. This approach allows the club to evaluate the player’s consistency and fit within Tudor’s tactical plans.
A Player Eager to Stay in Turin
Born in 1998 and developed at Nantes before moving to Eintracht Frankfurt and then PSG, Kolo Muani has found confidence and a sense of belonging in Turin. The prospect of returning to Serie A excites him, and he has already expressed his desire to remain with Juventus, where he feels valued and central to the project.
The Ball Is Now in PSG’s Court
With the Club World Cup now behind them, Paris Saint-Germain must decide whether to cash in on Kolo Muani or accept Juventus’ proposal for another loan. Juventus stands ready to act, viewing Kolo Muani as a concrete target to lead their attack in the 2025-26 season. The coming weeks will be crucial as the two clubs work to find common ground and determine the striker’s future.
