Juventus plan January move after Bremer injury with Skriniar and Kim Min-Jae on shortlist | OneFootball

Juventus are evaluating defensive reinforcements for the January transfer window after Gleison Bremer’s injury left Igor Tudor short of options at the back.

While the situation is not as severe as last season, when both Bremer and Juan Cabal suffered long-term injuries, the double setback has reignited concern within the club.

Cabal and Bremer are both expected to return within weeks, but there is caution that recurring fitness issues could persist throughout the campaign.

TURIN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 27: Nikola Krstovic of Atalanta BC controls the ball whilst under pressure from Bremer of Juventus during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Atalanta BC at the Allianz Stadium on September 27, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

Juventus explore possible targets to fill Bremer void

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, via IlBianconero, Juve are already considering options should further cover be needed, with Milan Škriniar and Kim Min-Jae emerging as potential opportunities.

Kim, formerly of Napoli, has struggled for minutes at Bayern Munich and could seek a move mid-season if his situation doesn’t improve. The South Korean’s non-EU status, however, complicates matters given Juve’s limited foreign player slots.

Škriniar, meanwhile, has resurfaced as a target after joining Fenerbahçe last summer. The departure of José Mourinho, who was a strong supporter of the Slovakian defender, may open the door for a possible exit, even though the 30-year-old has featured regularly this term.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – MAY 4: Milan Skriniar of Fenerbahce gestures during the Turkish Super League match between Fenerbahce and Besiktas on May 4, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Impact on Juventus’ right flank plans

Injuries at the back could also affect Juventus’ plans on the right flank, with Pierre Kalulu expected to cover as a third centre-back rather than a wing-back in the 3-4-2-1 setup.

That could push the club to prioritise a wide signing as well, with Nahuel Molina (Atlético Madrid) seen as Tudor’s preferred choice. Jonathan Clauss (Nice) and Brooke Norton-Cuffy (Genoa) remain alternative options.