Tottenham Stance Stalls Juventus Bid for Kolo Muani as Club Weighs Late Striker Alternatives

Overview

• Reports from Gianluca Di Marzio and Sky Sport Italia say Juventus still hope to bring back last season’s loanee if the situation opens before the deadline.
• Paris Saint‑Germain are willing to facilitate the move, but Tottenham are currently unwilling to terminate their agreement.
• Juventus are evaluating Alexander Sorloth as an alternative, preferring a loan while Atletico Madrid favor a sale, with the striker on 10 goals in 30 outings this season.
• Talks have also been opened regarding Mauro Icardi, though Galatasaray are seeking significant compensation despite his contract expiring at the end of 2025–26.
• Italian coverage has questioned whether a Kolo Muani switch can be completed in time, and prior reporting indicated the player met Tottenham’s manager to explore a release.