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Juventus eyes January transfer market with a key target: Potential Pogba replacement
Juventus contemplate their options for the upcoming January transfer window. The Italian club is preparing for a scenario where their star midfielder, Paul Pogba, could be sidelined due to a positive for doping, as per Calciomercato.
As a result, they are actively exploring potential replacements, and one name that has gained prominence in recent weeks is Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, a Danish midfielder born in 1995, who finds himself at odds with his current club, Tottenham Hotspur, due to limited playing time.
Højbjerg’s agents have been busy gauging interest from various European clubs to secure a new destination for the talented midfielder. These discussions have included contacts and trips, some of which may lead him to Italy and the possibility of joining Juventus at the Continassa training center.
Højbjerg’s contract with Tottenham is set to expire in June 2025, which could provide significant leverage to potential buyers. However, as of now, Spurs are reportedly demanding a transfer fee not lower than €30 million for the 28-year-old.
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Juventus has shown a keen interest in the Danish midfielder’s profile, but they are cautious about making substantial financial commitments in the January window unless exceptional player sales occur.
While the door is open for a potential deal, it appears that the club is primarily considering a loan move. The success of such a move will largely depend on the negotiations conducted by Højbjerg’s representatives in the coming months.