Juventus is actively searching for a new defender following the serious injury of Gleison Bremer. The Brazilian center-back suffered a ruptured ACL, sidelining him for approximately six months and leaving the Bianconeri defense vulnerable. As Juventus struggles to keep goals out, the club is exploring options to secure a temporary solution in the upcoming January transfer window.
The Italian side has been linked with various defensive candidates, including Milan Skriniar from Paris Saint-Germain, Tottenham’s Radu Dragusin, and Ardian Ismajli of Empoli. However, recent reports indicate that Fulham’s Joachim Andersen has become a primary target, as the Danish defender presents a feasible option to fill the gap in Juventus’ backline.
Andersen’s Serie A Experience Appeals to Juventus
According to sources like La Gazzetta dello Sport and Tuttomercatoweb, Andersen’s prior experience in Serie A with Sampdoria makes him an attractive candidate for Juventus. The 27-year-old Dane played in Italy’s top league from 2017 to 2019 before moving to Olympique Lyonnais and later to the Premier League. Juventus hopes that Andersen’s familiarity with Serie A can help him make an immediate impact if he joins.
Purchased by Fulham from Crystal Palace for €29.5 million this past August, Andersen has only made seven competitive appearances this season. His limited playtime could potentially make Fulham open to a loan move, which would ease Juventus’ financial burden. Additionally, his wages are reportedly lower than those of other options on Juventus’ radar.
A Cost-Effective Solution?
As Juventus examines its options, Andersen’s profile stands out due to his potential availability on loan, along with his relatively manageable salary. The club hopes that securing a player of Andersen’s caliber on a temporary basis will stabilize the defense during Bremer’s absence. With only months left before the January window, Juventus is likely to continue monitoring Andersen’s situation closely, along with other possible solutions.
