Juventus Eyes Alexander Sorloth After Spalletti Criticizes Randal Kolo Muani's Form

Juventus are making a late push to sign Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sorloth following public criticism of Randal Kolo Muani's recent performances by head coach Luciano Spalletti. The club hopes to include winger Nico Gonzalez in a swap deal to bring the Norwegian forward to Turin.

Struggles Up Front Continue for Juventus

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus remains on the hunt for attacking reinforcements as doubts persist over their central striker options. Despite a narrow win against Frosinone, Spalletti expressed visible frustration after his team squandered numerous chances. This ongoing search echoes previous challenges faced with forwards Lois Openda and Jonathan David. With the transfer window closing soon, finding a dependable number nine has become urgent for Juventus' management.

Spalletti’s Harsh Words for Kolo Muani

Randal Kolo Muani was singled out after his wasteful display hampered Juventus' attack during their recent victory. Despite a significant transfer fee, the French forward missed several clear opportunities. Spalletti did not hold back, stating, "Randal also needs to realise that if he hasn’t been playing for two years, there’s a reason why." The coach clearly demands more from the former Paris Saint-Germain player.

Seeking a Traditional Number Nine: Sorloth and Alternatives

Frustrated by a lack of physical presence and dominance inside the penalty area, Spalletti is pushing hard for the signing of Alexander Sorloth. The Norwegian striker has scored 20+ goals in each of the last three seasons and fits the profile of a classic number nine Juventus desires. Negotiations are underway at Continassa for a swap involving winger Nico Gonzalez, who is interested in moving to Madrid. Alternatively, Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United remains an option, although his playing style differs greatly from Sorloth's focus on box presence.

Transfer Window Countdown

With only days left in the summer transfer window, Juventus must act quickly to finalize their squad. Securing a proven goalscorer is seen as the last step to help break down tough defenses. Whether they manage to land Sorloth or turn to Zirkzee, Spalletti's expectations are clear. The coming days will reveal if Juventus can reshape their attack before the season intensifies.

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