Juventus targets Marseille defender Emerson for left-back position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Juventus is reportedly interested in signing Olympique de Marseille's Emerson Palmieri this summer. The 31-year-old left-back joined Marseille in a low-cost deal from West Ham United last season and played 37 matches, contributing three assists. Following their failure to qualify for UEFA Champions League football, Marseille may need to sell players, with Emerson identified as a potential departure. His previous connection with Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti adds to the likelihood of a move.
- •Emerson Palmieri played 37 matches for Marseille last season.
- •He joined Marseille in a cut-price deal for less than €1m.
- •Marseille needs to sell players after missing Champions League qualification.
- •Luciano Spalletti has a prior working relationship with Emerson from AS Roma.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Juventus target Marseille defender Emerson
"Olympique de Marseille defender Emerson Palmieri (31) is a target for Serie A giants Juventus, as per a report from La Gazzetta dello Sport.Emerson joined Marseille last season in a cut-price deal fr...
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