Reports suggest that Juventus is showing interest in acquiring Timothy Castagne, the defender from Leicester City.
In a recent development, Italian giants Juventus have emerged as potential suitors for Leicester City’s talented defender, Timothy Castagne. The news has been substantiated by respected Italian journalists Gianluca Di Marzio and Fabrizio Romano, who have both confirmed that discussions have already taken place between the two clubs regarding a possible transfer to Turin ahead of the upcoming season.
Leicester City, having suffered relegation to the Championship on the final day of the previous campaign, are bracing themselves for a challenging period as they prepare for life in England’s second tier for the first time since 2014. Consequently, the Foxes are braced for a significant exodus of key players, with James Maddison widely expected to seek pastures anew, potentially joining either Newcastle United or Tottenham Hotspur. Youri Tielemans has already declared his intentions to depart, and now the attention has turned to 27-year-old Castagne, a highly-regarded full-back within the footballing fraternity.
Juventus’ reported interest in Leicester City’s prized number 27 coincides with recent speculation, once again from the reliable Romano, that Brazilian full-back Alex Sandro may be on the verge of departing the Allianz Stadium. The potential departure of Sandro, coupled with Castagne’s impressive performances in the Premier League, has piqued the interest of the Italian champions, who are actively exploring the market for reinforcements.
Castagne, who joined Leicester City from Atalanta in 2020, has showcased his versatility and defensive prowess during his time in England. With an eye for goal and the ability to contribute to the attack, the Belgian international has established himself as a reliable and dynamic presence on the right flank. His attributes align closely with Juventus’ desire to strengthen their defensive unit, making him an intriguing prospect for the ‘Old Lady.’