Juventus is reportedly looking to sign Brentford full-back Michael Kayode as part of its strategy to reestablish an Italian core within the team. The club's CEO, Giovanni Carnevali, has emphasized this renewed focus on young Italian talent in their recruitment plans.
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Kayode, who previously played for Fiorentina, has shared that he felt a lack of trust during his tenure there, which influenced his move to Brentford. He has since become an important player for both his club and the Italian national team, scoring and assisting in his debut match against Turkey.
In addition to Kayode, Cagliari player Alessandro Romano has also been identified as a primary target by Juventus, underlining the club's ambition to enhance its Italian identity. Kayode's rise from the lower leagues to the Premier League has been notable, especially since Juventus released him at the age of 14.
Currently, Kayode is part of a multiethnic revitalization effort for the Italian national team, which features several players of African descent. Coach Roberto Mancini is keen on introducing new players to reinvigorate the squad after failing to qualify for recent World Cups.