Motta’s call convinced Kolo Muani to join Juventus despite Man Utd interest | OneFootball

Juventus coach Thiago Motta reportedly called PSG forward Randal Kolo Muani to convince him to move to Turin despite interest from Manchester United and other European clubs.

Juventus are ready to welcome PSG forward Kolo Muani on a dry loan deal until the end of the season. The Bianconeri reached an agreement with the French club and player on Tuesday, and Kolo Muani is expected in Italy to undergo medical today.

Motta’s call convinced Kolo Muani to join Juventus despite Man Utd interest

TURIN, ITALY – JANUARY 11: Thiago Motta, Head Coach of Juventus, looks on prior to the Serie A match between Torino and Juventus at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on January 11, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

Several European clubs, including Tottenham and Manchester United, had been in talks with the striker’s entourage, but according to several Italian sources, Thiago Motta played a key role in negotiations.

Gazzetta dello Sport and Sky Sport Italia’s Gianluca Di Marzio claim Motta personally spoke to Kolo Muani to explain to him the Juventus project and convince him to move to the Allianz Stadium.

Kolo Muani was not part of Luis Enrique’s plans in Paris, but Juventus don’t have an option to sign the striker permanently at the end of the season, meaning that Kolo Muani will return to Paris in June.