Juventus eye move for €50m-rated PSG forward Goncalo Ramos
Paris Saint-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos has emerged as one of the potential summer targets for Juventus. (h/t La Gazzetta dello Sport)
The Bianconeri are exploring the transfer market for a new No.9, with Dusan Vlahovic facing an uncertain future at the Allianz Stadium.
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The Serbian has rejected multiple proposals to renew his contract, indicating a departure from Turin is on the cards.
The Old Lady are looking to cash in on the former Fiorentina star and reinvest the proceeds in a high-profile centre-forward.
Juve have placed a price tag worth €40 million but could be forced to sell Vlahovic for a lower fee due to the lack of offers. His contract also expires next year.
Napoli's Victor Osimhen has been their dream target, but the interest has withered due to the hefty fee in the deal and competition from top clubs.
Juve have turned their attention towards Ramos, who is expected to leave PSG this summer.
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Les Parisiens paid a total fee of €80 million for the Portuguese star in 2023, but he has failed to live up to the expectations at the French capital.
However, despite not being a regular starter under manager Luis Enrique, Ramos bagged 18 goals and six assists in all competitions in the 24/25 season. He played a big part in PSG's treble.
The French giants value the former Benfica star at €50 million.
Juve are also in the race to sign sought-after Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres, but their chances are looking slim.
The Italian giants are also monitoring free agent Jonathan David, however, Napoli are in pole position to secure his signature.
Juve have also identified Atalanta's Mateo Retegui as a possible target.
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