Premier League club pushing to sign João Mário

The summer transfer market is slowly starting to deliver tangible results for Juventus, even if not all signings have had the same impact. Some new arrivals are beginning to settle, while others are already facing uncertain futures in Turin.

According to Tuttosport, the January transfer window could become a turning point, especially for players who have struggled to find space under Luciano Spalletti.

There are encouraging signs coming from a few of the players brought in during the summer. Lois Openda has finally broken his Serie A drought by scoring his first league goal, a moment that could boost both his confidence and his role within the squad.

Meanwhile, Edon Zhegrova continues to alternate between positive flashes and quieter performances, but his efforts suggest a desire to earn more minutes and establish himself as a regular option.

The situation is very different for João Mário. The Portuguese winger has found himself completely on the fringes of the team and has barely featured since Spalletti took charge.

Apart from a brief appearance in the coach’s first match on the bench, João Mário has remained unused, struggling to make an impression or carve out a place in the rotation. This lack of playing time has made his current position at Juventus increasingly uncomfortable.

January Window and Possible Scenarios

With the January transfer window approaching, Juventus are carefully evaluating João Mário’s future. As reported by Tuttosport, continuing with the current situation would not benefit either the club or the player.

Juventus would be keeping a footballer who does not fit into their plans, while João Mário risks stalling his career during a crucial phase.

Despite the limited minutes, the winger has not gone unnoticed. Several Premier League clubs are reportedly monitoring his situation, with Crystal Palace emerging as a potential destination should they fail to secure Bayern Munich’s Boey.

In addition, a return to Portugal or a move to La Liga remain realistic options. Juventus are keen to protect their recent investment, which amounted to around €11–12 million as part of the deal involving Alberto Costa’s move to Porto.

Any potential departure could also influence Juventus’ incoming business. While reinforcements in midfield appear necessary regardless, the wide areas depend heavily on possible exits. Letting João Mário leave would increase the chances of adding depth on the flanks, an area where the squad is currently far from overcrowded.

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