The powers that be at Juventus are not resting on their laurels as the January transfer window approaches, and their gaffer Luciano Spalletti has now...
The powers that be at Juventus are not resting on their laurels as the January transfer window approaches, and their gaffer Luciano Spalletti has now come out to speak plainly about the areas of his squad that require urgent reinforcement. Speaking exclusively to GoalZaza, the tactician admitted that his team faces a serious challenge when playing in congested spaces, a weakness that has cost them dearly in recent crucial fixtures. While Spalletti stopped short of naming names, the rumour mill in Turin is buzzing with talk that the Old Lady has set her sights on two Manchester City stalwarts. The speculation is rife that the Nigerian international Victor Osimhen, whose name has been mentioned in connection with a move away from Napoli, could find himself in a direct battle for a starting shirt at the Allianz Stadium if the Bianconeri land the attacking talent they crave. At the end of the day, Spalletti knows that quality in tight areas is the difference between a good team and a formidable one, and he wants his men to give a good account of themselves in Europe. Should the deal go through, the financial outlay could soar into the region of. ��80 billion when you consider the asking prices involved, a figure that will surely test the resolve of the Juventus boardroom. In the scheme of things, this transfer saga has all the makings of a classic January window thriller. Across the bustling viewing centres of Lagos and Abuja, the reaction to this news is already electric. Fans gathered around the big screens in Surulere are shaking their heads in wonder, asking loudly if Osimhen would really swap the Serie A spotlight for a bench role behind the Manchester City pair. In Wuse Zone 4, the talk is of how the Super Eagles talisman needs a platform that guarantees him regular minutes, especially with the African Cup of Nations on the horizon. The general sentiment is that Spalletti must be careful not to upset the delicate chemistry of his dressing room, because at the end of the day, Nigerian supporters want to see their own stars shine bright, not sit idle in expensive Italian suits.
