Teams across Europe, including giants Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and several Premier League clubs, are keeping a keen eye on Juventus' striker Dusan Vlahovic, as per reports from Calciomercato. However, the future of the 23-year-old Serbian international remains shrouded in ambiguity.
Although considered a prospective talent by many, Vlahovic isn't the top choice for these clubs, leaving room for potential suitors to swoop in. The player's current club, Juventus, is reportedly open to transfer negotiations. They've seemingly been underwhelmed by his performance thus far and have placed a hefty €90 million price tag on him.
Vlahovic caught the attention of Bayern Munich after their failed attempts to secure deals with Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane and Eintracht Frankfurt's Randal Kolo Muani. However, Kane remains their top pick. Premier League clubs including Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, and Arsenal have expressed interest, though no solid offers have been made yet. Real Madrid also joins the list, eyeing Vlahovic as a potential alternative to Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe.
Despite the interest, no definitive offers have been put forth for the former Fiorentina forward. Yet, Manchester United's pursuit of a top-tier striker has thrust Vlahovic into their spotlight. His impressive stature, pace, and goal-scoring acumen could potentially align with Erik ten Hag's requirements for United's frontline. This situation could pave the way for United to seize the opportunity and express their interest in securing the Serbian talent.
In the Premier League, Arsenal is another potential landing spot for Vlahovic. The club, under Mikel Arteta, has shown gradual progress, even posing a title challenge last season against Manchester City. Their strategy could be influenced by City's success with Erling Haaland, the prodigious striker who tallied 52 goals last term after an astonishing run with Borussia Dortmund. Vlahovic, standing an inch shorter than the towering Haaland, possesses a similar mix of size and speed, making him an enticing prospect for Arsenal.
Vlahovic's swift rise to prominence began with Fiorentina, where he netted 21 league goals, subsequently earning a transfer to Juventus. Despite the mid-season switch, he continued to impress, adding 24 more goals to his record. His combination of physicality, pace, and scoring prowess liken him to Haaland, setting the stage for a potential striking rivalry of the future.
While the transfer window remains active, the interest status in Vlahovic might change, especially as no big-name strikers have been confirmed for a move. Meanwhile, the Serbian's path continues to be paved with expectations, speculations, and anticipation.
