Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly given the green light to join Juventus on loan as Michael Carrick’s squad reshuffle gathers significant pace. The Dutch international is keen on a return to Serie A, but the financially restricted Italian giants are also lining up two Chelsea alternatives should a deal fall through.
Where Dusan Vlahovic will continue his career remains unclear. In any case, the currently clubless striker has apparently turned Besiktas down again for the time being.
Chelsea have reportedly joined the race to sign highly-rated Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini as Xabi Alonso looks to reshape his backline at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have already initiated contact with the Italian's representatives to determine the financial requirements of a potential summer switch to west London.
The long-running transfer saga involving Emiliano Martinez and Juventus has come to an abrupt conclusion after the Italian giants officially withdrew from negotiations. Despite the Argentine's well-documented desire to move to Turin, the Serie A club has decided the financial package required is simply beyond their reach.
