Juventus have emerged as the surprise destination for teenage talent Alajbegovic, with reports indicating that the club has reached an agreement to sign the forward for a fee of €33 million plus additional bonuses. The development was first reported by Patrick Berger and later confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, who noted that advanced negotiations between the parties have concluded with a handshake agreement. The transfer is now pending the final all-clear from the player himself.
The agreement marks a significant shift in a transfer saga that has spanned the summer. While several clubs expressed interest in the Bosnia and Herzegovina international, most were deterred by an asking price of €35 million plus bonuses. Atalanta previously came close to securing the forward, only to withdraw after their proposal was rejected. Chelsea had also appeared to be in advanced discussions earlier today before the sudden surge from Juventus changed the landscape of the negotiations.
The move to Turin comes as a surprise, potentially obscured by Juventus's simultaneous pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani or links to the loan of Lois Openda to Olympique Lyonnais. Throughout the summer, the teenager had been connected to various Serie A clubs, including Milan, Napoli, and Roma, with reports suggesting he was keen on a move to the Italian top flight.
Alajbegovic, who will turn 19 in September, is coming off a productive campaign where he recorded 13 goals and four assists in 44 competitive appearances while on loan at RB Salzburg.
