Juventus' late pursuit of Randal Kolo Muani has stalled as Tottenham refuse to terminate the loan and PSG won’t cooperate. Betting impact: bettors should avoid backing Juventus to secure an instant striker boost; markets may favour Spurs retaining squad depth — consider Juventus underperformance or alternative transfer targets in transfer-market wagers.
Kolo Muani Return to Juventus Fades as Spurs and PSG Stand Firm
Tottenham’s loan of Randal Kolo Muani looks set to remain intact as the winter window enters its final days, with both Tottenham and PSG resisting moves that would free the forward to rejoin Juventus. What began as a late scramble to bolster Juventus’ attack has run into resistance on multiple fronts, making a January switch increasingly unlikely.
Why the deal collapsed
Juventus explored Kolo Muani as a quick solution after earlier approaches for other strikers failed. The hurdle was twofold: Tottenham are unwilling to terminate the current loan amid an injury-hit squad, and PSG — who retain ownership — are not cooperating with Juventus’ requests. Those combined obstacles proved harder to overcome than straightforward financial negotiations.
Juventus’ striker search and failed alternatives
Before circling back to Kolo Muani, Juventus pursued other options to reinforce Luciano Spalletti’s frontline. Talks around different targets were either blocked by finances or fell through when players declined proposed loan terms. That sequence left Juventus scrambling late in the window, and attempting to pry Kolo Muani from a complex multi-club situation was arguably the steepest challenge yet.
Player form and squad context
Kolo Muani has yet to score in the Premier League this season, but Tottenham value his presence given ongoing injuries elsewhere in their squad. The combination of Spurs’ immediate needs and PSG’s reluctance to aid Juventus means the French forward is unlikely to be the mid-season fix the Italian side hoped for.
Transfer deadline day outlook
With the clock ticking, Juventus must pivot quickly if they want attacking reinforcements before the window closes. Expect the club to either accelerate talks for alternative targets or enter the second half of the season relying on internal options — a scenario that will shape expectations for their results in coming weeks.
Betting implications and transfer-market tips
Punters should factor the low probability of a Kolo Muani move into transfer-related markets. Avoid backing Juventus to complete a high-profile striker signing before the deadline. Markets that price Juventus as likely to significantly boost goalscoring this month may be overestimating their success.
Consider:
- Betting against Juventus to make a marquee forward signing before deadline day.
- Favoring Tottenham to retain squad depth or keeping Kolo Muani in matchday squads.
- In match markets, be cautious with Juventus' goal-line props until the club secures reinforcements.
What to watch next
Monitor official club statements and late-window medical updates; any sudden change from Spurs or PSG would swing the picture, but current signs point to Juventus pursuing Plan B.
For bettors and fans alike, transfer-room inertia now looks as impactful as any single on-field performance for Juventus’ short-term fortunes.
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