Luciano Spalletti explains why Juventus targeted Alisson and Martinez before signing Vicario

Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti has provided insight into the club's summer transfer strategy. The coach confirmed that the Turin giants explored potential moves for established Premier League goalkeepers Alisson Becker and Emiliano Martinez before ultimately securing the signature of Italian international Guglielmo Vicario.

Spalletti noted that the profile of Alisson and Martinez was initially considered to provide immediate leadership. However, he emphasized that the club maintained full confidence in Vicario, whose experience and professionalism stood out throughout the scouting process.

Vicario is a mature, intelligent, professional player. He’s got pedigree, one of those players who thinks about the sport even when he goes home in his spare time. Luciano Spalletti

Beyond the goalkeeping department, Juventus bolstered their defense with the arrival of Jhon Lucumi from Bologna. Spalletti described the Colombian as a player with the essential physicality and character, often referred to as "garra," which he deems vital for the upcoming domestic and European challenges.

The summer overhaul also saw the arrival of striker Randal Kolo Muani and youngster Kerim Alajbegovic. Spalletti praised the Frenchman's versatility, recalling his performance in the Champions League, and expressed interest in seeing how Alajbegovic's creativity can be translated into concrete performances on the pitch.