Juventus targets Kessié and Balogun in summer transfer plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 10:20 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Juventus is preparing its first offer to sign Franck Kessié as a free agent, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. Kessié, who recently refused a contract extension with Al-Ahli, is open to returning to Serie A. Meanwhile, the club has shown interest in USMNT striker Folarin Balogun, currently at Monaco, as they seek additional reinforcements after a quiet transfer window so far. Negotiations for PSG's Randal Kolo Muani are ongoing, yet Juventus may withdraw if financial demands remain high. The club is also monitoring Mateo Pellegrino of Parma amid these discussions.
- •Juventus plans to offer for Franck Kessié as a free agent.
- •Kessié's agent demands over €5m in signing bonus.
- •Interest in Folarin Balogun as an attacking option.
- •Negotiations with PSG for Randal Kolo Muani continue.
- •Juventus also considering Mateo Pellegrino from Parma.
- 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Gazzetta: Juventus prepare first offer for Kessié and target Balogun
"La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Juventus are interested in USMNT striker Folarin Balogun and are preparing the first offer to sign Franck Kessié as a free agent.Juventus have made just one summe...
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