Juventus has recently acquired Jeff Ekhator from Genoa, but there are indications that he might be loaned out if Mateo Pellegrino arrives from Parma, while Augusto Owusu is promoted from the youth team.

The Bianconeri kicked off their pre-season with a 0-0 friendly draw against FC Basel yesterday, but Luciano Spalletti’s squad appears far from finalized.

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The club continues to search for a striker, with reports suggesting that Pellegrino is the latest target from Parma, as discussions with Paris Saint-Germain regarding Randal Kolo Muani have once again hit a standstill.

Juventus Search for a Striker

PARMA, ITALY – MAY 24: Mateo Pellegrino of Parma Calcio 1913 celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio 1913 and US Sassuolo Calcio at Stadio Ennio Tardini on May 24, 2026 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Juve has already secured a forward in Ekhator from Genoa, yet La Gazzetta dello Sport suggests that he could soon be loaned out.

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There is also the possibility of arranging an exchange of loans involving Ekhator and Pellegrino, potentially minimizing costs.

Jeff Ekhator and director Giovanni Carnevali (juventus.com)

Meanwhile, the same source also highlights another economical addition, as 21-year-old Owusu impressed Spalletti during pre-season training.

He is set to be promoted from the Next Gen team to the senior squad this season, replacing the departing Fabio Miretti.

Born in Turin, Owusu advanced through the ranks of the Bianconeri youth academy, reaching the Next Gen team in 2024.