The Pep Guardiola maneuver that can change the entire future at Juventus this season

Juventus' transfer plans for the upcoming window could be significantly impacted by the interest of Premier League giants Manchester City, according to reports in Italy.

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The Bianconeri have been linked with a move for Manchester United's young forward Joshua Zirkzee, but Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli has poured cold water on the rumors, stating that there have been no talks with United regarding the player.

However, a potential deal for Zirkzee could open up a new avenue for Juventus. The 23-year-old Dutch striker shares the same agent as Manchester City's Douglas Luiz, Kia Joorabchian. Luiz, a Brazilian midfielder, joined Juventus from Aston Villa last summer but has struggled to secure a regular starting place under Massimiliano Allegri.

According to Italian publication Tuttosport, Pep Guardiola is keen on bringing Luiz back to the Premier League. This interest could provide Juventus with a unique opportunity to offload the midfielder and potentially fund a move for Zirkzee.

Juventus had initially planned to sell Nicolo Fagioli in the summer to balance the books. However, with Guardiola's interest in Luiz, the club may now be able to retain Fagioli and use the funds from a potential Luiz sale to finance a move for the Manchester United striker.

A Complex Transfer Saga

The potential transfer saga involving Zirkzee, Luiz, and Guardiola highlights the intricate nature of the modern transfer market. With agents playing an increasingly influential role, and clubs looking to maximize their transfer business, even seemingly unrelated deals can become interconnected.

For Juventus, the opportunity to offload Luiz and acquire Zirkzee would be a shrewd piece of business. Zirkzee offers the potential to develop into a top-class striker, while Luiz has struggled to adapt to life in Turin.

However, the Bianconeri will need to act quickly if they want to secure the services of both players. With Guardiola's interest in Luiz, Manchester City could make a significant offer for the Brazilian midfielder, forcing Juventus to act decisively.