Juventus’ Old Lady eyes Ivorian midfielder as top target

Why Juventus could be favourites to sign Franck Kessie is clear after his successful spell in Serie A with Milan and the midfielder’s potential return to Italy. The Turin club, known as the Old Lady, are now positioned as the leading candidate to secure his signature.

Juventus’ sporting director Ricky Massara is central to the pursuit, while technical director Alfredo Pedulla reports he can hold the key for a move. Pedulla observed the Ivorian up close during his time at Milan and believes he can engineer a possible deal.

Pedulla enjoys a very good relationship with Kessie’s agent, a rapport that was not shared by Damien Comolli or Cristiano Guintoli. This connection could give Juventus an edge in negotiations.

Juve held initial discussions with Kessie’s entourage back in January, but those talks occurred under a former management team. The change in hierarchy now offers a fresh opportunity for the club.

It remains to be seen whether Kessie would be open to a move to Juve and back to Serie A. Massara, who previously tried to sign him during his spell at Roma, can play a major part in convincing the Ivorian.

The report, authored by Kaustubh Pandey for GIFN, highlights Juventus’ renewed push for the Ivorian midfielder.