Spalletti backs Juventus but flags gaps before Cremonese
Juve and Milan weigh swapping Federico Gatti for Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Both players and coaches are keen, with moves seen as boosting international chances before the World Cup playoffs.
Paolo Di Canio says Bernardo Silva could exit Man City in January. Juventus have been linked, with his versatility fitting midfield needs, though a winter deal appears difficult.
Agent Beppe Riso has offered Napoli’s Lorenzo Lucca to Juventus. Juve may wait on a striker as David and Openda play and Vlahovic nears mid-February return, focusing elsewhere in January.
Spalletti says Juventus are ‘short’ in a few areas and trusts directors on January signings, praises Jonathan David after Sassuolo 3-0, and warns Cremonese will be tricky in Turin.
Juventus target Genoa right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy as Joao Mario replacement. Genoa want about €20m, so Juve may wait until summer. Arsenal retain a sell-on clause.
Spalletti set to keep Juventus XI, with Lloyd Kelly back for Koopmeiners. David leads the line, Miretti and Yildiz support, McKennie and Cambiaso at wing-back for Cremonese visit.
Juventus to bid for Federico Chiesa from Liverpool on loan with obligation to buy, but only triggered by appearances. Liverpool want around €12m. Personal terms not agreed, Salah absence may delay exit.
