Whereas a number of stories claimed Juventus missed out on Kevin Danso as they couldn’t match Tottenham’s supply, Alfredo Pedulla reveals how the saga truly performed out.
The Bianconeri had recognized the Austrian as their final January signing after welcoming in Alberto Costa, Randal Kolo Muani and Renato Veiga. A bunch of suitors believed the Serie A giants had an settlement in hand with Lens in addition to the participant’s entourage. Nevertheless, the deal out of the blue collapsed, with the 26-year-old heading to North London fairly than Turin.
Whereas most sources speculated that the Spurs outbid the Outdated Woman to win the favour of the French membership, Pedulla talks a few completely different situation.
The Italian journalist explains how the Bianconeri had booked a medical for the Austria worldwide in a secret location, however the participant didn’t cross the check, which is why the Outdated Woman pulled out from the operation, thus opening the trail for Spurs to seal the deal.
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Pedulla remembers how the same situation had ensued in the summertime when Danso was on the cusp of signing for Roma.
Therefore, Juventus have now turned to an alternate choice, rekindling their curiosity in Newcastle United defender Lloyd Kelly who’s completely satisfied to depart St. James Park six months following his arrival, as he couldn’t cement himself a beginning berth at Eddie Howe’s court docket. The 26-year-old has solely made 10 appearances within the Premier League up to now, largely coming off the bench.
Current stories declare that the Magpies have already given the participant the inexperienced mild to fly to Turin and finalise his Juventus switch after reaching a full settlement with the Bianconeri.
Kelly is now anticipated to seal a deadline-day transfer on Monday, signing for the Serie A giants initially on mortgage however with an obligation to purchase on the finish of the season. The package deal might value the membership circa 20 million euros.