Juventus contact Benfica over Anatoliy Trubin transfer
The Italian side is exploring the Ukrainian goalkeeper as an alternative option, though Benfica's €30m valuation remains a hurdle.
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Juventus are exploring their options in the goalkeeper market as they continue to monitor the situation surrounding Aston Villa's Emi Martinez. According to reports from Italy, the Turin club reached out to Benfica over the weekend to discuss a potential move for Ukrainian goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin.
Trubin, who is under contract with the Portuguese side until 2028, is viewed as a talented prospect. However, Benfica are holding out for a fee in the region of €30 million, including add-ons, to sanction a departure. This valuation currently makes the deal complicated for the Italian giants, who have other priorities on their agenda.
As it stands, Trubin is considered a secondary option for Juventus. Other names on their list include Parma's Zion Suzuki and Tottenham's Guglielmo Vicario. Should the pursuit of their primary targets fall through, the club may re-evaluate the potential for negotiations regarding the Ukrainian international.