Juventus has found Openda and Jonathan David replacements

According to Tuttosport, the relationship between Juventus and Dušan Vlahović has reached a decisive crossroads: it must be resolved now, or risk slipping away for good.

Yet, in what appears to be a rare window of alignment, both sides have made meaningful gestures that could reignite their partnership.

Juventus have signaled their willingness to present the Serbian striker with a contract proposal similar in structure to the one offered to Kenan Yıldız — though at slightly lower figures.

Vlahović, for his part, has responded with an even stronger move. Not only has he shown openness to lowering his previously significant salary demands, but he has also reshaped the negotiation dynamic.

His father will now sit at the table alongside a trusted intermediary acting as a guarantor of the process. Juventus executives have already made contact with them, and talks are expected to accelerate in the coming days.

A Strategic Asset, Not Just a Striker

Juventus are clear on one point: they have no intention of entering the next transfer window in search of two new forwards.

Too many uncertainties remain, and rebuilding an entire attacking department would introduce further risk. In this context, Vlahović represents not only continuity but also a symbolic bridge between past ambitions and future plans.

The reality is equally clear for the striker. Time is passing, and concrete alternatives — particularly ones more appealing than Juventus — have yet to materialize.

If ambitions once stretched further, they must now confront the current market landscape. Staying in Turin may not simply be a comfortable option; it could be the smartest one.

Head coach Luciano Spalletti reportedly views Vlahović as a cornerstone of Juventus’ resurgence.

However, he is also aware that the current equilibrium — some might call it a truce — could unravel quickly if negotiations stall. Avoiding deadlock and focusing on shared objectives will be crucial.

The Future Project: A Powerful Duo Up Front

The club’s long-term vision includes two strong, complementary strikers capable of rotating and supporting each other. In that scenario, Randal Kolo Muani remains a prime target.

With a potential fee below €50 million and relations with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly restored, the French forward would fit seamlessly — particularly given his previous understanding with Vlahović.

The alternative options have raised doubts. Jonathan David has shown himself to be more of a system-dependent player, and Juventus expected greater output even after attempting to adapt their structure to suit him.

Loïs Openda, meanwhile, appeared out of context from the outset. The club’s intention is not to rebuild around either, even if that means acknowledging miscalculations and finding alternative solutions.

For once, however, the intentions on both sides seem aligned. Vlahović wants to stay in Turin. Juventus want to continue with him. The wind has undeniably changed — the only remaining question is where it will ultimately lead.

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