Juventus step up Kelly talks with Newcastle United | OneFootball

Juventus are back in direct negotiations with Newcastle United for defender Lloyd Kelly and could get the deal done for €15-18m.

Sportitalia transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà reported this morning that the Bianconeri had circled back to Kelly after the talks with RC Lens for Kevin Danso fell apart at the last minute.

Now Sky Sport Italia pundit Gianluca Di Marzio claims that those discussions have seen progress and they are edging closer to a full agreement.

Juventus change formula of Kelly offer

Lloyd Kelly of Newcastle United runs with the ball during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Newcastle United and AFC Wimbledon at St James’ Park on October 01, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

It would be a loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season for circa €15-18m including various add-ons.

This is different to the original idea, which was to bring Kelly in purely on a dry loan or at most with an option to buy at the end of the season.

The Magpies were insistent that they would only let the defender leave if there was a guarantee he would be purchased outright in June.

The 26-year-old can play as a central defender or a left-back when required.