Juventus is said to have submitted a fresh proposal to Manchester United for Joshua Zirkzee, who favors a move to them over Fiorentina, while also reaching out to Newcastle United about Nick Woltemade, as Jonathan David inches closer to a transfer to Atletico Madrid.
The Bianconeri are looking for at least one new forward following a serious injury to Kenan Yildiz. They are reportedly in advanced talks to loan Jonathan David to Atletico Madrid with an option to buy.
Juventus and Atletico Madrid in talks over a potential €25m deal for David.
TURIN, ITALY – JANUARY 25: Jonathan David of Juventus celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Serie A match against SSC Napoli at Juventus Stadium on January 25, 2026, in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
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Shifting the Canadian international from their roster would create the necessary space for Juventus to acquire a striker more aligned with manager Luciano Spalletti’s football philosophy.
Juventus and Fiorentina both target Zirkzee
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – AUGUST 16: Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with teammate Marcus Rashford during the Premier League match at Old Trafford against Fulham FC on August 16, 2024. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Zirkzee has been keen to return to Serie A for several months, and various reports suggest he has been hesitating with Fiorentina’s interest in hopes that Juventus would eventually make their move.
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Sky Sport Italia reports this is now a possibility, with a new offer being prepared for Manchester United that includes a paid loan option with a €30m buy clause.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – AUGUST 26: Nick Woltemade of Newcastle United looks on during the Carabao Cup Second Round match at St James’ Park against West Bromwich Albion on August 26, 2026. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
Meanwhile, Sky Sport Italia reports that Juventus has a backup plan in place, reaching out to Newcastle United regarding the availability of Woltemade.
This is not the first time the young forward has been linked to Serie A, as there have also been rumors of Napoli’s interest.
However, Zirkzee remains the top priority for Juve, creating challenges for Fiorentina, who will not be releasing Moise Kean to Como until they secure a suitable replacement.