Luciano Spalletti Criticizes Randal Kolo Muani as Juventus Pursues Alexander Sorloth
Juventus are planning a late move for Alexander Sorloth of Atletico Madrid after coach Luciano Spalletti openly expressed disappointment in Randal Kolo Muani's recent performances. The club hopes to involve winger Nico Gonzalez in a swap deal to bring the Norwegian striker on board.
Striker Issues Persist for Spalletti
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus continues searching the transfer market for attacking options amid ongoing doubts about their central forwards. Despite winning against Frosinone, Spalletti was visibly annoyed by numerous missed chances during the match. The struggle to find a dependable scorer follows earlier problems with Lois Openda and Jonathan David. With the transfer window closing soon, addressing the number nine role has become urgent for the club's management.
Spalletti’s Harsh Words for Kolo Muani
Randal Kolo Muani took the brunt of Spalletti's criticism after failing to convert clear opportunities in the narrow win over Frosinone, which disrupted Juventus' attacking flow. The French forward, signed for a hefty fee, has struggled to make an impact recently. 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," calling for a higher level from the former Paris Saint-Germain player.
Renewed Push for Sorloth and Other Options
Frustrated by the lack of physical presence and dominance inside the box, Spalletti is pushing for the acquisition of Alexander Sorloth. The Norwegian striker has scored 20 or more goals in each of his last three seasons, fitting the traditional number nine profile Spalletti wants. Juventus is working on a swap involving Nico Gonzalez, who is interested in moving to Madrid. Alternatively, Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United remains a possibility late in the window, though his style differs from Sorloth’s physical box play.
Transfer Deadline Approaches
With the summer transfer window closing soon, Juventus must act quickly to strengthen their squad ahead of upcoming challenges. Bringing in a reliable goalscorer is seen as key to breaking down tough defenses. Whether they secure Sorloth or shift towards Zirkzee, Spalletti’s expectations are clear. The next few days will reveal if Juventus can reshape their attack before the new season intensifies.
- Serie A Match: Juventus vs Parma Calcio 1913
- Date & Time: 29 August 2026, 20:45
