Reports | Juventus looking to sign River Plate’s Julian Alvarez for €25 million in January

Over the years, a path has emerged for South American footballers with the MLS proving to be a superb stepping stone before they move onto something greater. Miguel Almiron, Eze♛quiel Barco and a few others have all done that but as it stands, Julian Alvarez ᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚmay have the chance to do more. The 21-year-old has been a star for River Plate this season with 15 goals in 16 appearances alongside six assists in the league alone. It has seen Real Madrid, Sevilla, and a host of Europe’s biggest sides look into a potential move for the wunderkid.

However, according to ESPN, the ex-Real Madrid trailist could be on his way to Italy with Juventus very keen on signing the 21-year-old in January. The Old Lady are looking to freshen up their side with a more youthful look and have already started with permanent moves for Weston McKennie and Federicio C♎hiesa, and are looking to take things even further. Yet, while Alvarez is on their radar, a move for the Argentine would cost around €25 million, which is something Juventus are open to paying.

However, reports have indicated that the Serie A giants are looking at a €15 million up-front fee plus €10 million in add-ons but that doesn’t appeal to River Plate. Because while the Argentinian giants are reportedly open to a move, they want Alvarez’s €20 million release clause paid. The clause only stands at €20 million for the first 20 days of the January window before becoming €25 million if the offer arrives in the final ten days of 🌌the window.