Juventus are targeting Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa and Manchester United full-back Noussair Mazraoui to strengthen under Luciano Spalletti; a Chiesa loan could boost Juve’s attacking threat, making them more attractive in title and anytime-scorer markets—punters might back Juventus to climb the table or Chiesa to score if he returns.
Juventus eye Premier League reinforcements as Spalletti seeks impact signings
Juventus sit fifth in Serie A, six points off the summit, and new boss Luciano Spalletti is pressing for reinforcements to arrest a stuttering season. The club has prioritized a wide forward and a full-back as immediate targets to give the Old Lady more balance and depth.
Federico Chiesa emerges as primary attacking target
Federico Chiesa, now at Liverpool, has become Juventus’ leading option for the wide forward role. The 28-year-old left Turin in 2024 but has struggled for a regular starting place at Anfield due to injuries and competition. He made 14 appearances in his first season at Liverpool and has featured around 20 times this campaign. Juventus prefer a loan return, while Liverpool are said to favour a permanent sale; talks are understood to have opened and remain active.
Noussair Mazraoui considered for full-back reinforcement
Juventus are also monitoring Noussair Mazraoui, the versatile right-back currently on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations. The 28-year-old moved to Manchester United in 2024 after a spell in Germany and made 57 appearances in his first season at Old Trafford. Injuries have limited him this term, and he has made nine Premier League appearances so far. Juve previously showed interest in the former Ajax defender and remain keen.
Transfer implications and betting angles
A loan return for Chiesa would strengthen Juventus’ attacking options immediately and could improve their odds in title and top-four markets; punters might consider backing Juventus to climb the table or backing Chiesa in anytime-scorer markets if the move completes. Adding Mazraoui would shore up the defensive flank, which could influence markets tied to goals conceded (e.g., backing Juventus for under a set number of goals over a run of fixtures). Any betting moves should factor in negotiation uncertainty and injury histories for both players.
What to expect next
Negotiations are ongoing for both targets and a deal remains a possibility. Juventus face the transfer challenge of aligning loan preferences, transfer fees and squad needs before the window closes.
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