Juventus keeping tabs as Tavares faces Lazio uncertainty | OneFootball

According to Il Messaggero, the future of Nuno Tavares remains very much in flux, with his situation at Lazio unresolved and Juventus closely monitoring developments ahead of the summer transfer window. The 24-year-old Portuguese left-back, who has been linked with a move to Juventus in recent weeks, is also reportedly attracting interest from clubs in the Premier League.

Tavares’ standing within Lazio appears uncertain. Head coach Maurizio Sarri is said to still harbor doubts about the defender’s suitability, a stance that reportedly dates back two years when Sarri decided against pursuing Tavares after consulting with Jorginho, Tavares' former teammate at Arsenal. Despite Tavares' athletic potential, questions about his consistency and tactical fit persist, keeping his long-term future in the Italian capital up in the air.

This ambiguity is being keenly watched in Turin. Juventus, needing to refresh their options at left-back, are following the situation with interest but have not made a formal approach. Their intent is clear—they see an opportunity if Lazio and Sarri ultimately decide Tavares is not in their plans.

Other English clubs are also said to be weighing up a possible move, further complicating the situation. Tavares himself finds himself at a crossroads, with multiple clubs considering him but no definitive offer or pathway laid out yet.

For Juventus, timing is everything. The club is currently examining a series of defensive reinforcements, including other profiles, waiting to see how Lazio proceed. Should Sarri and Lazio choose to move on from Tavares, Juventus could look to accelerate discussions—assuming conditions align both on price and on the player’s willingness to make the switch.

As it stands, all sides are playing a waiting game, with Tavares' future likely to hinge on Lazio's final assessment and the dynamics of a competitive summer market.

Source: Il Messaggero via Tutto Juve

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