Massimo Pavan joins the debate of the sour PSG-Juventus relationship | OneFootball

Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain’s relationship has reportedly deteriorated following the collapse of discussions regarding Randal Kolo Muani in the final stages of the transfer window. The Bianconeri had engaged in lengthy negotiations to secure the Frenchman, having been impressed by his performances during the second half of the previous season.

For weeks, there appeared to be a strong likelihood that an agreement would be reached, with Muani himself said to have turned down approaches from several other clubs to wait for Juventus. The expectation was that the transfer would be completed, reflecting the previously constructive rapport between the two sides.

Transfer Window Twist

In a surprising turn of events on deadline day, Juventus chose instead to complete the signing of Lois Openda. This sudden change of direction left Paris Saint-Germain to arrange a loan move for Muani to Tottenham. The outcome was unexpected, as discussions between the clubs had given every indication that a deal was close to conclusion.

The decision has reportedly left Paris Saint-Germain frustrated, particularly as confidence had been high that their negotiations with Juventus would produce a successful outcome. The abrupt shift in strategy by the Italian club has been cited as the cause of a strain in relations, with suggestions that future dealings between the two institutions may now be more challenging to pursue.

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Defence of Juventus’s Position

Commenting on the situation, Massimo Pavan defended Juventus’s conduct. Speaking to Tuttojuve, he stated, “I don’t understand what PSG wants. Juventus made an offer. If they wanted to give him five million with no strings attached, they could have done so. I think if they had offered him at the start of the transfer window, Juventus would have accepted immediately.”

Pavan further argued that Juventus had made genuine efforts to bring Muani to Turin, but that Paris Saint-Germain’s own approach contributed to the failure of the transfer. He stressed that the Bianconeri did what they could under the circumstances, pointing out that the timing and conditions proposed by their counterparts complicated the process.

As the dust settles on this episode, questions remain about whether the once cordial relationship between the two clubs can recover. For now, the incident illustrates the fragile nature of negotiations at the highest level of football, where timing and mutual trust often determine the outcome of major transfers.