Juventus target Emerson Palmieri to bolster defense
Juventus are considering a move for Marseille defender Emerson Palmieri, who could leave the French club due to financial constraints.
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Italian giants Juventus are exploring a move for Marseille left-back Emerson Palmieri. The 31-year-old has been identified as a key target following a successful debut season in France, where he quickly became an essential part of the squad.
During the 2025/26 season, the defender made 37 appearances across all competitions, providing three assists. Having joined Marseille from West Ham for less than 1 million euros last summer, he is now considered one of their most valuable assets.
However, Marseille must consider selling several players to stabilize their finances after failing to qualify for the Champions League. Emerson is among those who could be offloaded this summer.
A potential deal could be driven by Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti. Having previously coached Emerson at Roma, the manager holds the defender in high regard and views him as the perfect addition to his defensive setup.