Manchester United are reportedly leading the race to sign Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu, according to a report by German outlet Fussball News. The 26-year-old French defender has attracted significant Premier League interest, with Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, and Aston Villa also keeping tabs on his situation. Juventus are believed to value the versatile defender in the region of €45-50 million, though no official proposals have been made by any English club.
The Battle for Pierre Kalulu's Versatility
Kalulu completed a permanent transfer to Juventus from AC Milan in 2025 for a reported fee of €14.3 million. He has since established himself as a key figure in Turin, showing tactical flexibility by playing at both right-back and centre-back. Juventus are under no immediate financial pressure to sell, as Kalulu remains under contract at the Allianz Stadium until June 30, 2029. Reports indicate that the Serie A giants would prefer to negotiate a contract extension rather than sanction a sale. However, a major bid approaching the €50 million mark could yield a substantial capital gain for the club, potentially altering their stance.
Premier League Interest
At Manchester United, the scouting of Kalulu aligns with assessing options for their defense. Kalulu's ability to play on the right and in central defense provides high-quality depth. Meanwhile, Liverpool view the Frenchman as potential defensive cover alongside Virgil van Dijk, particularly given Joe Gomez's injury concerns.
Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa also remain interested, although Tottenham's prior investment in their backline makes a further move less certain given their current squad depth.
