With the pursuit of Karim Adeyemi falling through, Juventus continues its search for attacking wingers to bolster the squad under Thiago Motta. The club is targeting two players for this position, with Nico Gonzalez from Fiorentina being the primary focus. Additionally, the interest in Francisco Conceicao from Porto remains active. Among the profiles being considered is Marcus Edwards from Sporting Lisbon, with Juventus engaging in direct talks to explore this option.
Contact with Sporting Lisbon
Calciomercato report how recently, Juventus intensified its discussions with Sporting Lisbon regarding Marcus Edwards. According to Fabrizio Romano, the club has inquired about the conditions of a potential deal to understand the costs and feasibility of the transfer.
Who is Marcus Edwards?
Born in 1998, Marcus Edwards is an English footballer currently playing for Sporting Lisbon. He developed through Tottenham’s youth system and moved to Vitoria in Portugal in 2019 before joining Sporting. Known for his speed and technical skills, Edwards scored six goals and provided nine assists in 44 appearances across all competitions last season. He is a natural right winger with a left foot, preferring to cut inside to shoot or assist.
Previous Encounter with Juventus
Edwards has previously faced Juventus during the 2022/2023 season when Sporting Lisbon played against the Italian club in the Europa League quarter-final return leg. In that match, he impressed with his dribbling skills, completing eleven out of fourteen attempts. As Juventus considers bolstering its attacking options, Edwards remains a strong candidate for the club’s transfer plans.