Juventus Targets Alexander Sorloth After Spalletti Criticizes Randal Kolo Muani
Juventus has set sights on Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sorloth following a sharp critique from coach Luciano Spalletti about Randal Kolo Muani's recent inefficiency. The club hopes to include winger Nico Gonzalez in a swap deal to bring in the Norwegian forward.
Striker Issues Continue for Spalletti
Reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport reveal that Juventus is still searching for attacking reinforcements as doubts over their central forward options linger. Despite earning a narrow victory against Frosinone, Spalletti appeared frustrated with the many missed chances during the match. Past troubles with forwards such as Lois Openda and Jonathan David underline the ongoing challenge of finding a reliable scorer. With the transfer window closing soon, filling the number nine role has become a priority for the club’s new management.
Spalletti’s Harsh Words for Kolo Muani
Kolo Muani faced the brunt of Spalletti’s frustration after failing to convert clear chances in the win over Frosinone. The French striker, who arrived at Juventus for a significant fee, did not meet expectations. Spalletti was blunt, saying, "Randal also needs to realise that if he hasn’t been playing for two years, there’s a reason why." The coach demands a higher standard from the former Paris Saint-Germain player.
Seeking Sorloth and Other Options
Spalletti wants a striker with physical presence and penalty-box dominance, qualities he sees in Alexander Sorloth. The Norwegian has scored over twenty goals in each of the past three seasons and fits the profile of a traditional number nine. Juventus is working on a swap involving Nico Gonzalez, who is interested in moving to Madrid. Alternatively, Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United remains a late-window target, though he offers a different style with more creativity rather than a pure goal poacher’s presence.
Transfer Window Closing Fast
As the summer transfer window winds down, Juventus must act quickly to complete their squad. Bringing in a proven scorer is seen as the final step to help the team break down tough defenses. Whether they secure Sorloth or turn to Zirkzee, Spalletti’s message is clear: the team needs improvement up front. The next few days will decide if Juventus can reshape their attack before tougher matches arrive.
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