Lloyd Kelly could be one of the surprising names to leave Juventus during the summer transfer window despite enjoying an impressive debut season in Turin.
The English defender established himself as one of the club’s most consistent performers over the past campaign, but his future is now far from certain as interest from the Premier League continues to grow.
According to La Stampa, both Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest are closely monitoring the 27-year-old centre-back and are prepared to make a serious attempt to bring him back to England.
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After spending several years in the Premier League with Bournemouth and Newcastle before joining Juventus, Kelly remains a player who is highly regarded in English football, making a return to his home country a realistic possibility.
The defender arrived at Juventus last summer in a deal worth around €17.5 million, including an initial loan agreement and an obligation to buy.
Although he adapted quickly to Italian football and became a reliable figure in the squad, the growing interest from England could lead to an unexpected exit just one year after his arrival.
Juventus Await Developments
Juventus are expected to carefully assess any offers that arrive in the coming weeks. While Kelly is considered an important member of the squad, the Bianconeri are also evaluating their defensive options as they continue shaping the team for the new season.
A significant proposal from the Premier League could convince the club to enter negotiations, particularly if it helps finance further reinforcements in other areas of the pitch.
For Kelly, a move back to England would offer the chance to return to a familiar environment while remaining at a high competitive level.
Newcastle’s interest is especially noteworthy given his previous spell at the club, while Nottingham Forest are also looking to strengthen their defensive department ahead of the new campaign.
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At this stage, no agreement has been reached, but La Stampa reports that the situation is one to watch closely. With the transfer window gathering momentum, Juventus could soon face an important decision regarding one of their standout performers from last season.