Juventus Eyes Alexander Sorloth as Spalletti Criticizes Randal Kolo Muani's Form
Juventus is targeting striker Alexander Sorloth from Atletico Madrid after coach Luciano Spalletti openly criticized Randal Kolo Muani for his recent lackluster performances. The club hopes to include winger Nico Gonzalez in a swap deal to bring the Norwegian forward on board.
Struggles at the Forward Position Continue
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus is still searching for attacking reinforcements as doubts grow over their central forward options. Despite a narrow win against Frosinone, Spalletti showed clear frustration over the number of missed chances. Past difficulties with forwards like Lois Openda and Jonathan David add to the urgency in strengthening this position before the transfer window closes.
Spalletti's Harsh Words for Kolo Muani
Randal Kolo Muani faced the brunt of Spalletti's disappointment following a wasteful performance that hindered Juventus' attack against Frosinone. The French striker, who was signed for a significant fee, failed to take advantage of clear chances during the match. Spalletti did not hold back, saying, "Randal also needs to realise that if he hasn’t been playing for two years, there’s a reason why." This blunt message signals the coach’s demand for improved standards from the former Paris Saint-Germain player.
Sorloth and Other Options in Focus
Unhappy with the current lack of physical presence and dominance in the penalty area, Spalletti is pushing for the acquisition of Alexander Sorloth. The Norwegian striker has scored twenty or more goals in each of the last three seasons and represents the kind of traditional number nine Juventus seeks. The club is working on a swap deal involving Nico Gonzalez, who is interested in moving to Madrid.
If that deal falls through, Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee remains an option, though his style differs significantly from Sorloth’s strong box presence.
Transfer Window Closing Fast
With the summer transfer window nearing its end, Juventus must act quickly to finalize their squad. Bringing in a reliable goal scorer is seen as the missing piece to break down stubborn defenses in upcoming matches. Whether they secure Sorloth or turn to Zirkzee, Spalletti’s expectations are clear. The coming days will be critical for Juventus’ attacking reshaping ahead of more challenging fixtures.
- Serie A Match: Juventus vs Parma Calcio 1913
- Date: 29 August 2026
- Kickoff: 20:45
