Juventus Chases a Moroccan Versatile Defender in January Shuffle
10 January 2026
Juventus eye a January swoop for Mazraoui
Juventus are weighing a January move for Nassir Mazraoui, the Moroccan full-back who plies his trade at Manchester United, aiming to boost the squad with a versatile defender who can cover multiple positions on the right flank.
According to Italian media, Juve renewed interest after an August 2025 inquiry, signaling a persistent plan to strengthen the backline as winter negotiations reopen.
The Morocco international has limited playing time at Old Trafford, featuring in nine matches across 443 minutes under former United coach Rubén Amorim, raising questions about his role in the squad and potential fit in Turin.
As Mazraoui continues with his country at the Africa Cup of Nations, Juventus are believed to revisit talks in the winter window, seeking a player who can adapt to different systems on the right side of defense.
Names like Norton Cafi of Genoa and Sasha Boy of Bayern Munich are cited as alternatives, while Everton reportedly showed significant interest in the Moroccan winger-back. The story suggests Juve’s search for a reliable, multi-position defender remains alive beyond the December deadline.
