Tottenham Face Juventus Interest in Struggling Kolo Muani
In a significant development during the January transfer window, Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly received an approach from Italian giants Juventus regarding their on-loan striker Randal Kolo Muani. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Juventus made contact within the last 24 to 48 hours to inquire about the French forward's situation at the North London club.
Juventus' Striker Search Continues
This approach comes after Juventus saw a potential deal for Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri collapse, marking their second failed attempt to secure attacking reinforcements this month. Previously, the Turin-based club had been priced out of a move for Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta, leaving them scrambling for alternatives as the transfer deadline approaches.
Romano stated on social media platform X: "Juventus called in last 24/48h to ask about Randal Kolo Muani situation. After En Nesyri deal off, Juve try to open talks for Kolo Muani but Tottenham currently not giving green light to exit. PSG also not happy after last summer deal collapsed."
Muani's Difficult Tottenham Spell
The 26-year-old striker has endured a challenging period since joining Tottenham on loan from Paris Saint-Germain last summer. Across all competitions, Muani has managed just two goals from 23 appearances, a disappointing return that has seen him struggle to establish himself in Thomas Frank's side.
This represents a stark contrast to his previous loan spell at Juventus during the 2024-25 season, where he demonstrated his capabilities by scoring eight times in just 16 Serie A appearances. That productive stint has clearly left a positive impression on the Italian club's hierarchy.
Tottenham's Reluctance to Sell
Despite Muani's underwhelming performances, Tottenham are understood to be resisting Juventus' advances for several compelling reasons. The club is currently grappling with a significant injury crisis that has depleted their attacking options, with key players including Rodrigo Bentancur, Mohammed Kudus, Richarlison and Ben Davies all sidelined for the coming months.
This shortage of offensive depth makes Muani's departure particularly problematic for manager Thomas Frank, who is already under considerable pressure following Tottenham's disappointing Premier League campaign that has seen them drop into the bottom half of the table.
Financial Considerations and Squad Planning
Financial factors also play a crucial role in Tottenham's decision-making process. The club would only receive a relatively modest compensation fee for terminating Muani's loan early, making the potential deal economically unattractive given their current circumstances.
This transfer dilemma comes amid broader squad restructuring at Tottenham, who have already sold Brennan Johnson this month and are reportedly considering the future of defender Radu Dragusin. Meanwhile, the club continues its efforts to strengthen the squad, with Liverpool's Andy Robertson identified as a defensive target, though offensive reinforcements have proven more difficult to secure.
Muani's Relationship with the Club
Despite his struggles on the pitch, Muani has spoken positively about his experience at Tottenham and his relationship with manager Thomas Frank. In late December, the striker commented: "Yeah, I feel that [support] when I go out to the games and before. I saw a lot of fans and I'm happy. I feel good."
He added regarding his connection with Frank: "Yeah we have a good relation[ship]. We talk together so much and he has good coaches, so I am happy with him. All the team, my teammates, we have trust with the coach and everybody is happy with him. Now we work a lot to go hard [for this period]."
As the January transfer window approaches its conclusion, Tottenham face a delicate balancing act between potentially offloading an underperforming player and maintaining sufficient squad depth to navigate their challenging Premier League situation. With Juventus' interest now confirmed, the coming days will reveal whether Spurs reconsider their position or maintain their current stance regarding the French striker's future.
