Juventus eyeing move for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Maria Gimenez
Juventus are planning a move for Jose Maria Gimenez.
Spanish source report that Juventus are eyeing move for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Maria Gimenez.
The 23-year-old has been subject to interest from various European clubs.
The Uruguay international was signed by Atletico Madrid in July 2013 from Danubio for a fee in the region of 920,000 euros. The 23-year-old has a contract until 2020 with the club.
Gimenez has played 128 times for Atletico Madrid since signing from Danubio, scoring six goals and creating seven assists in that time.
The 23-year-old has been touted as one of the brightest young prospects in Uruguay.
As a member of Uruguay national football team, Jose Maria Gimenez won 39 caps and he scored four goals.
Juventus are in the market for a new defender when the transfer window reopens.
Massimiliano Allegri is looking to shore up his defensive options and Atletico Madrid’s Jose Maria Gimenez happens to be a target.
The Juventus manager has been impressed by his performances and could make a move in the coming transfer window.
Juventus will be desperate to make an impact in the summer transfer window.
According to Football Espana, “Juventus are eyeing up Atletico Madrid defender Jose Maria Gimenez to bolster their defence. The Old Lady’s defence perhaps need rejuvenated with Andrea Barzagli and Giorgio Chiellini both in the autumn of their careers, with the 23-year-old viewed as an ideal candidate.”
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Atletico Madrid are not in a position where they need to sell and would like to keep hold of the defender, but right offer may force the club to consider a deal.
Jose Maria Gimenez is also being watched by Inter Milan.
While he may be a good talent, Juventus should instead turn their attention to a player with more experience.
It will be interesting to see what happens when Juventus come calling for Jose Maria Gimenez in the summer.
