Breaking News: Juventus reportedly set to replace Chelsea loanee with A world best youngster

Juventus is reportedly looking to strengthen their defence ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, and Diego Coppola could be the solution.

According to recent reports, the Hellas Verona teenager has emerged as a potential transfer target for the Bianconeri. The directors of the club reportedly kept a tight eye on the Italy U21 youngster when they hosted the Gialloblu on Monday at the Allianz Stadium.

Althoughhis team lost 0-2 due to goals from Khephren Thuram and Teun Koopmeiners, the youngster didn’t embarrass himself in the process, as he put on a solid shift at the back and pulling off some vital interventions.

So according to Calciomercato, Juventus could attempt to land Coppola ahead of the Club World Cup.

As the source explains, Lega Serie A agreed to exceptionally open the summer transfer session earlier than usual based on the request of Juve and Inter who will represent Italian football in the maiden edition of the expanded 32-team tournament. The competition will take place in the United States between June 15th and July 15th.

The report believes the Bianconeri will be without Renato Veiga for the international tournament. The 21-year-old Portuguese defender is currently on loan from Chelsea, and his stint with the Bianconeri will expire on June 30th, so Thiago Motta won’t be able to rely on him throughout the tournament.

Juventus is obligated to buy Lloyd Kelly, and they are anticipated to exercise their option to purchase Pierre Kalulu. Veiga, on the other hand, is only on a dry loan with the Serie A giants, so unless they reach a new agreement with Chelsea, the 21-year-old will return to Stamford Bridge this summer.

According to the report, the Old Lady would try to replace the Portuguese with Coppola, who will cost them between 12 and 15 million euros in transfer fees.