Barcelona is the latest team connected with Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic as the Serie A side prepare to make a big decision on his future.
Juventus splashed out £66.6million to sign Vlahovic in 2022 and have seen him score 53 goals in 126 appearances in all competitions, including seven goals in Serie A this season.
Conundrum for Juventus it has to do with Vllahovic's contract. He has entered the final 18 months of his contract and reports suggest the Italian giants are increasingly fearful of losing him on a free transfer, with talks of a new contract not making much headway.
If he has not renewed his deal by the end of the season, he is expected to be sold and sports COUNTRY Barcelona plans to join the battle for his signature.
Barcelona officials have long admired Vlahovic and now, with 36-year-old Robert Lewandowski's longevity in doubt, they are exploring a potential summer move, which could represent a bargain if he allows his contract to run out. .
Chelsea were recently named as suitorswhile Arsenal are long-term favourites, and it is the Gunners who are seen as the biggest threat to Barcelona in this report. Arsenal They are said to be exploring a January deal, which could become possible after Juventus complete the loan signing of Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain.
Alongside Vlahovic, Barcelona have a strong interest in Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres, but admit the huge competition for the Swede's signature is likely to be too much for them.