The winter transfer window in Serie A is heating up around Moroccan international Youssef En-Nesyri, with Italian heavyweights now going head-to-head for his signature.
Fresh from the end of his Africa Cup of Nations campaign on home soil, the in-form Fenerbahçe striker has emerged as a prime target for several top clubs in Italy.
According to Italian reports relayed by transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Juventus have stepped firmly into the race, moving to compete directly with Napoli for En Nesyri.
The Turin club see the tall Moroccan forward as an ideal reinforcement for their attack, especially after negotiations between Napoli and French striker Mateta stalled. The same source indicates that the striker is now open to a new challenge in Serie A, with interest from Italian giants growing noticeably after the conclusion of AFCON.
Both Juventus and Napoli are currently leaning towards an initial loan deal rather than a permanent transfer. However, En Nesyri, who is under contract with Fenerbahçe until 2029, is insisting on a destination that guarantees him a starting role and regular minutes. In Istanbul, the Turkish side are in no rush to let him go, having signed him from Sevilla in a deal worth around 20 million euros, meaning any agreement will have to satisfy their financial demands.
Over the coming days, the battle between the Italian clubs is expected to intensify, with negotiations likely to revolve around loan fees, purchase options and sporting guarantees.
As things stand, En Nesyri has become one of the most coveted strikers on the market, and his next move could significantly reshape the attacking plans of whichever Italian giant wins the race.
