Santos midfielder emerges as a transfer target for Juventus | OneFootball

Juventus have not had much luck with Brazilian midfielders in recent years, with Arthur Melo and Douglas Luiz providing recent examples, while Felipe Melo is another name from the past.

However, that will not stop the Bianconeri from continuing to explore the Brazilian market, and a new midfielder has now appeared on their radar ahead of the next transfer window.

Juventus monitor Gabriel Bontempo

Fichajes reports that Juventus have several Brazilian midfielders on their shopping list, with Santos star Gabriel Bontempo among the players they are monitoring.

The midfielder is emerging as one of the finest young talents in Brazil, and Santos are expected to eventually sell him to a European club. Juventus could be one of the teams interested in securing his signature as they consider their midfield options.

The Bianconeri released Arthur during the last transfer window and could look to add another midfielder to their squad when the opportunity arises. Bontempo could therefore become one of the players they consider for that role.

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Bontempo could consider Europe

Bontempo is 21 and could feel that the time is approaching for him to make the move to Europe. A transfer to Juventus could appeal to the midfielder if the Bianconeri decide to make a formal approach, particularly as they continue to monitor his development.

For Juventus, signing Bontempo would provide an opportunity to add another young midfielder while continuing their efforts to strengthen the squad for the future. His performances for Santos will remain important as European clubs assess whether he is ready for the next stage of his career.

The midfielder will now be focused on maintaining his form and continuing to develop his game. If he can improve consistently, his performances could encourage Juventus to take their interest further.

For now, Bontempo remains a Santos player, but Juventus are monitoring his situation as they consider their options ahead of the next transfer window. The Bianconeri will have to decide whether to turn their interest into an approach if they become convinced that the Brazilian can succeed in Turin.