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Juventus Circle Bissouma as Comolli Begins Tactical Rebuild

Gazzetta dello Sport has offered a revealing glimpse into Juventus’ summer priorities. This is not a rebuild sparked by desperation but one shaped by conviction, with Damien Comolli’s fingerprints already across the blueprint.

Juventus are thinking big. “I am obsessed with strengthening the team,” the Bianconeri’s director general insisted. Those words are not empty sentiment. Free agent Jonathan David is just the start, but there is clear intention to go far deeper than bolstering the front line. Up to five signings are expected, and one name drawing serious attention is Tottenham’s Yves Bissouma, suggest reports from Gazzetta Dello Sport.

Midfield Focus and Tactical Intent

Igor Tudor wants dynamism. He demands midfielders who can dominate both ends of the pitch. That means box-to-box engines, technically gifted but aggressive in transition. Juventus have therefore drawn up an ambitious shortlist, with Sandro Tonali and Davide Frattesi among the top names. However, it is Bissouma, 28, who currently stands out.

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Comolli has long known his man. His previous spell at Spurs, and the ongoing rapport with Daniel Levy, give Juventus a real head-start in negotiations. Bissouma is under contract until June 2026 but Spurs have shifted their stance. A sale abroad is now more palatable, and the valuation of 15–20 million euros is well within Juve’s summer window.

Economic Calculations and Strategic Fit

Compared to the £60m price tag on Tonali or the 40 million being quoted for Frattesi and Hjulmand, Bissouma represents strong value. With 44 appearances and two goals last season, the Malian remains a proven Premier League talent, physically robust and tactically flexible.

“He could play in a pair with Thuram or even in his place in a two-man midfield with Manuel Locatelli or Weston McKennie,” the article states. That flexibility makes him an ideal replacement for Douglas Luiz, whose own Premier League move is being quietly shaped behind the scenes.

However, the non-EU slot is a stumbling block. Juventus already have Jonathan David in mind, and with only two such positions allowed, one of the pair may be sacrificed. Comolli is reportedly cautious. “Comolli, in fact, wants to think carefully about it.”

Flank Reinforcements and Right-Sided Plans

Bissouma is not the only subject of interest. Juventus are also planning changes to their right flank, with Silvan Widmer emerging as a credible target. The 32-year-old from Mainz, once of Udinese, has Serie A experience and just one year left on his contract. Though a cheaper alternative to Dodo of Fiorentina or David Hancko of Feyenoord, Widmer could bring balance and depth without exhausting the budget.

His potential arrival would not interfere with non-EU quotas, unlike Bissouma, and could be slotted alongside a signing like Jadon Sancho, whose passport presents no such concerns. “Widmer is also being considered, someone who knows Serie A well,” Gazzetta states. That familiarity may prove a decisive edge in a squad needing continuity.

Comolli’s Vision and the Summer Ahead

This Juventus is not waiting for problems to arise. It is acting proactively, determined to put Comolli’s vision into play. The strategy is bold but calculated, targeting undervalued players with high ceilings and tactical compatibility.

Gazzetta dello Sport deserves credit for exposing the depth of Juve’s internal planning. If Bissouma is secured, he could well be the heartbeat of Tudor’s new-look midfield. But for now, decisions remain delicately poised between value, vision and regulation.

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Excited Juventus Fan Reaction

This is exactly the kind of ambition Juventus fans have been hoping for. After years of patchwork signings, this feels like a proper football project with tactical depth and financial discipline. Bissouma may not be the headline-grabbing name some fans craved, but those who’ve watched his time at Brighton and Spurs know he has the tools to succeed in Serie A.

There’s rightful concern over the non-EU spot. Giving it to Bissouma instead of Jonathan David would be controversial for fans desperate for firepower. But this shows the club is genuinely thinking long-term and balancing priorities instead of caving to short-term noise.

Widmer might not get pulses racing, but he’s exactly the type of player that strengthens a team quietly and effectively. Pair him with someone like Sancho and suddenly you have experience, quality and depth down the right.

If Comolli pulls this off, Juve could be setting themselves up for a serious title challenge. It’s the most organised Juventus have looked in years.