Juventus are stepping up their efforts in the transfer market as they look to address a growing gap in midfield.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the club’s CEO Damien Comolli and sporting director Marco Ottolini have intensified their search for a reliable midfielder capable of restoring balance and solidity in the middle of the pitch.
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The name currently at the very top of Juventus’ shortlist is Guido Rodríguez.
Guido Rodríguez – a profile Juventus trust
Born in 1994, the Argentine midfielder is currently at West Ham United but has struggled to secure regular playing time in the Premier League.
This lack of continuity has prompted Rodríguez to consider a change of scenery, and Juventus are seen as the perfect opportunity to relaunch his career at the highest level.
A move to Turin would allow him to return to consistent football within a major European club, something he considers essential at this stage of his career.
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Rodríguez’s motivations go beyond club football. With the World Cup set to begin in June, the midfielder is eager to climb back up the pecking order of the Argentine national team.
Regular minutes at Juventus could significantly boost his chances of convincing head coach Lionel Scaloni and earning a spot in the Albiceleste squad for the tournament.
Talks underway: loan formula on the table
Initial contacts between Juventus and West Ham United are already underway, and discussions are reportedly moving toward a loan deal until the end of the current season.
This formula would allow the Bianconeri to reinforce their midfield immediately without committing to a permanent transfer right away, while also giving West Ham flexibility regarding the player’s future.
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Crucially, the player himself has already expressed his approval of the move. Rodríguez has given his green light to a transfer to Juventus, making negotiations smoother and signaling his strong desire to join the Serie A giants.
His experience, tactical discipline, and defensive awareness are qualities Juventus believe could make an immediate impact in their midfield rotation.
As reported by Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus view Rodríguez as a concrete and realistic option, not just a name under observation. The coming days could prove decisive as the Italian club pushes to finalize an operation that could benefit all parties involved and give Juventus the midfield reinforcement they urgently need.