Dusan Vlahovic, the highly-rated Serbian striker, finds himself at a crossroads as Juventus entertains the possibility of his departure in the upcoming summer transfer window. Despite his promising arrival at the Italian giants in January 2022, Vlahovic has struggled to make a lasting impact, prompting Juventus to consider parting ways if the right offer materializes.
Amid Juventus’ contemplation, two English Premier League clubs have expressed interest in Vlahovic. Arsenal and Chelsea have both shown admiration for the talented forward. However, the Gunners currently seem more focused on strengthening other areas of their squad, potentially shifting the attention towards Vlahovic to their London rivals.
For Chelsea, Vlahovic’s potential addition would bolster their attacking options. Following a disappointing 2022/23 season that saw the Blues score a mere 38 goals, the need for offensive reinforcements is evident. Despite already acquiring Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal, Chelsea continues to explore options, with Vlahovic emerging as a candidate of interest.
PSG Emerges as Vlahovic’s Leading Destination, Influencing Lukaku’s Future
While the English clubs closely monitor Vlahovic’s situation, Paris Saint-Germain has emerged as the frontrunner in the race for his signature. According to respected transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, an agreement in principle has been reached between PSG and Vlahovic, as reported by RMC journalist Fabrice Hawkins.
Although Chelsea is not actively pursuing Vlahovic, their interest lies in the potential consequences of his move to PSG. Should Vlahovic’s departure be confirmed, it would enable Juventus to submit a €40 million proposal to sign Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea, becoming his only concrete option for the upcoming season.
Lukaku’s future has been the subject of intense speculation, and Juventus stands as the prime contender for his services. Despite receiving bids from his former club Inter, Lukaku’s talks with Juventus have caused Inter to withdraw their pursuit of the Belgian striker, leaving Juventus as the sole contender for his signature.
Given Lukaku’s lack of interest in a move to Saudi Arabia, Chelsea would likely prefer PSG to secure Vlahovic’s transfer, as it would allow Juventus to pursue Lukaku, fulfilling the striker’s anticipated move away from Stamford Bridge.
