Juventus has opened talks to sign Fiorentina left-back

Juventus have added Niccolò Fortini to their list of transfer targets, confirming a growing interest in one of the most promising young profiles in Italian football.

According to Giovanni Albanese, dialogue between Juventus and Fiorentina is already open, even though Roma have also made exploratory moves for the player. However, the Bianconeri believe their long-term project could prove more convincing than the competition.

Juventus’ Strategic Move for the Future

Fortini, a left-sided wing-back born in 2006 and currently part of Italy’s Under-21 setup, is considered a player on the verge of a major breakthrough.

At Continassa, Juventus rate him highly for both his technical qualities and his affordability, viewing him as one of the most “future-ready” Italian talents in a national-team perspective.

The club’s intention is clear: anticipate rivals and capitalize on a delicate transitional phase at Fiorentina, especially following the arrival of Fabio Paratici as head of their transfer operations.

Juventus’ interest does not signal a change in market philosophy but rather an extension of their planning horizon. Still, some current dynamics could accelerate the process.

Juan Cabal is attracting attention from Wolfsburg, and Juventus could soon be forced to evaluate a significant offer. Filip Kostić is entering the final year of his contract, and given his €3.5 million salary, an extension appears unlikely.

Meanwhile, internal discussions — including considerations shared with Luciano Spalletti — suggest Andrea Cambiaso’s long-term future may shift more toward the right flank than the left. Juventus are also keeping the door open to a potential sale of Cambiaso should an extraordinary bid arrive.

Valuation and Possible Deal Structure

From Fiorentina’s perspective, Fortini’s valuation is relatively clear. The Tuscan club are willing to negotiate a transfer for a fee in the region of €15 million, with limited room for adjustment on the price itself.

However, the structure of the deal remains flexible and could be shaped according to how negotiations evolve. Juventus may offer immediate solutions to Fiorentina, particularly in defense.

Options range from a permanent move for Federico Gatti to a loan deal involving Daniele Rugani. Such reinforcements could be exactly what Paratici is seeking to strengthen the Viola back line during a challenging second half of the season.

While Fiorentina’s campaign has become complicated, it is not yet beyond repair, and strategic additions could still play a crucial role in their survival ambitions.

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