Juventus Face Valuation Standoff with PSG Over Kolo Muani Transfer
Paris Saint-Germain are actively seeking a permanent departure for Randal Kolo Muani after consecutive loan spells at Juventus and Tottenham Hotspur. While his brief stint in North London proved underwhelming, the French international impressed during his time in Turin, prompting the Italian giants to prioritize his signing this summer.
A muscle injury sustained by Jeff Ekhator during Saturday's friendly against FC Basel has urgently forced Juventus back into the market. Despite exploring alternatives like Richarlison and Mateo Pellegrino, Italian media confirm Kolo Muani remains the primary target to bolster their attacking options ahead of the new campaign.
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Reaching a deal with the back-to-back European champions presents a financial hurdle for the Bianconeri. PSG hold firm on a €45 million valuation for the former Nantes forward, whereas Juventus are reluctant to exceed €40 million in fixed transfer fees, creating a slight deadlock in initial negotiations.
Paris Saint-Germain hold a strong negotiating position and are prepared to walk away from talks if negotiations stall further. With interest mounting from Borussia Dortmund and several Premier League clubs, the French champions will not discount Kolo Muani and expect Juventus to meet their financial demands promptly.