Arsenal, Man Utd dealt transfer blow as target hints at Juventus stay

Juventus FC v Cagliari Calcio - Coppa Italia
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Dušan Vlahović’s future at Juventus is uncertain as he has yet to agree on a new contract, with his current deal set to expire in 2026. This situation has caught the attention of several clubs eager to secure the 24-year-old striker.

Vlahović has been in excellent form this season, netting ten goals in 18 appearances across all competitions. However, stalled contract talks have raised questions about his long-term plans with the Turin club.

TEAMtalk reports that Juventus find his wage demands excessive, potentially paving the way for Premier League clubs with deeper pockets to step in.

The report adds that Arsenal have rekindled their interest in the Serbian forward, with speculation that Juventus manager Thiago Motta has reservations about Vlahović’s fit in his tactical setup.

Meanwhile, Football Insider reported this month that Manchester United have added Vlahović to their striker shortlist. The report notes that the Red Devils are monitoring the 24-year-old’s situation at Juventus with his contract set to end in June 2026.

Does Dušan Vlahović want to stay in Turin despite Premier League transfer rumors?

There’s been plenty of talk about a potential move for the Balkan forward as clubs like Manchester United are rumored to have shown interest.

Despite the speculation, the player seems focused on staying put. He addressed the rumors and hints that staying at Juventus in the long term appears to be what he wants.

“I’m happy at Juventus," Vlahović said (h/t Tutto Juve). "It’s one of the biggest clubs in Europe. I’m sorry about what happened on Saturday, but we need to stay united—that’s the most important thing.”

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