Despite the firmness displayed by Olympique de Marseille, Juventus Turin does not let go Leonardo Balerdi. The Argentinian defender has become the priority of the Italian club in this summer transfer window, according to concordant information from the team and journalist Giovanni Albanese.
Juventus has clearly identified Leonardo Balerdi Like his number one target to strengthen his defense this summer. According to Giovanni Albanese, specialist in the Italian transfer window, the Turin club wants to “do everything to satisfy Igor Tudor”, who appointed the current captain of theWhether Like the ideal profile to strengthen its rearguard. The old lady's idea would be to include the file Timothy Weah in discussions to try to unlock negotiations with Marseille.
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OM remains firm, Balerdi is “almost intransferable”
On the Marseille side, the position is clear. According to the team, OM leaders consider Balerdi As almost intransferable, despite repeated approaches. The central defender feels good in Marseille and has enthusiastically welcomed the arrival of his compatriot Facundo Medinawith whom it could form a 100 % Argentinian hinge.
If Juventus activates behind the scenes, the file therefore remains complex. OM has no intention of separating from its captainpillar of the Roberto de Zerbi project. Unless a reversal of the situation or an exceptional offer, Leonardo Balerdi should continue the adventure on the Canebière.
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