Juventus make first move for Lecce talent Tiago Gabriel amid Brentford competition | OneFootball

Juventus have opened initial talks for Tiago Gabriel, the 2004-born Lecce defender who has rapidly become one of the most sought-after young prospects in Serie A.

According to Tuttosport, the Portuguese centre-back has now been placed firmly among the Bianconeri’s priority targets for the upcoming transfer windows.

LECCE, ITALY – OCTOBER 28: Tiago Gabriel of US Lecce competes for the ball with Lorenzo Lucca of SSC Napoli during the Serie A match between US Lecce and SSC Napoli at Stadio Via del Mare on October 28, 2025 in Lecce, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

However, Juve are far from alone. Several Premier League clubs have been tracking Tiago Gabriel for months, with Brentford reportedly ready to table an offer in the region of €20 million: a figure that could complicate the plans of Italian sides hoping to keep him in Serie A.

Juventus consider Adzic loan to sweeten Tiago Gabriel deal

To stay competitive in the race, Juventus are considering adding a technical counterpart to their proposal. One of the most concrete options, per the report, is the inclusion of Vasilije Adzic on loan.

The young Juve midfielder has already been monitored by Lecce in the past, and his arrival could make the operation more appealing to the Salentini.

TURIN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 13: Vasilije Adzic of Juventus celebrates after the team’s victory in the Serie A match between Juventus FC and FC Internazionale at Allianz Stadium on September 13, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

For now, the ball is with Lecce, but Juventus appear determined to put themselves in a strong position, especially with Premier League pressure increasing ahead of the winter market.