Serie A giants Juventus are reportedly lining up a loan move for disgruntled 19-year-old Barcelona wonderkid Vitor Roque this summer transfer window.
Roque has failed to secure a place in Barcelona despite the hype surrounding his move to the Spanish club. The Brazilian forward since joining Barcelona from Athletico Paranaense in January but things has not gone as predicted.
The 19-year-old reportedly fell out with Xavi Hernandez and was linked with a move away from Barca until the Spanish tactician was dismissed.
Vitor Roque of FC Barcelona follows the action during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)
Despite the arrival of Hansi Flick as the new manager, Roque could still be on his way out of Barcelona.
According to a report by Gazzetta dello Sport, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo, Vitor Roque has become a target for Seria A giant Juventus.
Juventus are seeking a young attacker heading into the summer transfer window and have set their sights on the 19-year-old Barcelona prodigy, with a loan approach on the cards.
With Thiago Motta coming in as Juventus manager, the club are eager to build a young squad capable of fighting for trophies.
Arkadiusz Milik faces an uncertain future at the Allianz Stadium heading into the summer transfer window while Dusan Vlahovic is a target for several high-profile clubs across Europe.
So as not to leave the forward line unattended to, Juve are considering Roque as an alternative. Widespread reports have claimed that Barcelona will aim to recoup around €45 million by cashing in on the Brazilian international.
However , Juventus are willing to have him for a a season long loan deal. Roque has also been linked with a move to Chelsea, Manchester United, and Tottenham.
