Juventus accelerate for Zhegrova after his approval

The transfer market is heating up in Turin, and Juventus is wasting no time. The Bianconeri have accelerated talks to sign Edon Zhegrova, with the Kosovar winger already giving his green light to the move.

Now, the club’s focus is on finding an agreement with Lille to bring him to Italy as soon as possible reports Fabiana Della Valle. For Zhegrova, there’s a date that remains etched in his memory — November 5, 2024.

On that night, in the Champions League group stage clash between Lille and Juventus, he was a nightmare for the Italian defense. His explosive runs down the right flank and pinpoint assist to Jonathan David for the opening goal showed the world what he could do.

Jonathan David & Edon Zhegrova 📸

That same Jonathan David has since made the journey to Turin, signing with Juventus earlier this summer. Now, Zhegrova hopes to follow in his friend’s footsteps. While his contract with Lille runs until 2026, the player has made it clear he wants a change of scenery and sees his future in black and white.

Negotiations with Lille, however, remain complicated. The French club values the winger at around €20-25 million, while Juventus believes that figure is too high for a player who could sign for free next year. Still, the club is confident a deal can be reached in the coming weeks.

Nico Gonzalez exit key to the deal

To make room for Zhegrova, Juventus is also working hard on the sale of Nico Gonzalez. Talks with Atlético Madrid are ongoing, but there is still a significant gap between the two clubs.

Nico Gonzalez 📸

Juventus wants around €25-30 million for the Argentine forward to avoid a loss after investing €33 million to sign him from Fiorentina just last year. Atlético, however, is only willing to offer around €15 million. Despite the gap, all parties remain optimistic, with Gonzalez himself pushing for the move.

The idea of working under Diego Simeone, a fellow Argentine, is a big attraction for him, especially after struggling to adapt to Igor Tudor’s 3-4-2-1 system.

The funds from Gonzalez’s sale would not only help secure Zhegrova but could also open the door to a late swoop for Nahuel Molina, another Atlético player Juventus has been monitoring. The versatile right-back could join either on a reduced fee or even on loan if the Spanish club agrees.

Edon Zhegrova role on Tudor’s system

Coach Igor Tudor sees Zhegrova as a key tactical piece. While naturally a winger, the 25-year-old can also play as a trequartista behind the striker. This flexibility would give Juventus more attacking options and allow Tudor to switch seamlessly between a 3-4-2-1 and a 3-4-3 formation.

Edon Zhegrova & Juan Cabal 📸

For now, Zhegrova is waiting patiently, but his desire is clear. He wants to wear the black-and-white stripes and reunite with his former teammate David in Turin. As the clock ticks down on the transfer window, Juventus is working tirelessly to make that dream a reality.

One thing is certain: with Zhegrova’s pace and creativity, combined with Tudor’s tactical vision, the Bianconeri could add an exciting new dimension to their attack before the season’s final push.

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