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Juventus Overhauls Attack on Deadline Day With Openda Loan and Zhegrova Signing

The club’s last‑day pivot from Kolo Muani to lower‑cost deals reshapes Igor Tudor’s attack.

Overview

  • Loïs Openda arrived from RB Leipzig on a temporary deal through June 30, 2026 for a €3.3 million fee, with further buy arrangements reported for future windows.
  • Edon Zhegrova joined permanently from Lille for about €14.3 million plus €1.2 million in fees and up to €3 million in bonuses.
  • The additions expand Tudor’s tactical choices, with reporting pointing to potential use of a two‑striker setup and 3‑5‑2 variants.
  • Juventus ended efforts to sign right‑back Jonathan Clauss after Nice refused a loan, leaving the flank light as Pierre Kalulu and João Mário cover the role.
  • After abandoning the Kolo Muani chase, with the forward moving to Tottenham on a short loan, Juve loaned Nico Gonzalez to Atlético with a €32 million option as the window also featured record Premier League spend led by Liverpool near €490 million and Donnarumma’s completed switch to Manchester City.