Juventus have been chasing PSG forward Randal Kolo Muani all summer, with the player reportedly eager to return to Turin despite interest from Premier League clubs. However, no deal has been finalized between the two sides.
With the transfer window closing in just a few hours, the pressure is mounting, and Juventus could explore other options to boost their attack if needed.
On Sunday, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that Juventus and PSG have still not reached an agreement for Kolo Muani. In the meantime, the club has turned back to RB Leipzig, eyeing Loïc Openda as a backup if the deal falls through.
Juventus pivot to Plan B and away from PSG misfit
On Monday, Romano reported that Loïc Openda is heading to Juventus. The deal with RB Leipzig is in place, and he has been cleared to travel.
With the Kolo Muani move off the table, Juventus have finalized Openda’s initial loan, which comes with an easy obligation to buy. The total package is just over €40 million.
🚨⚪️⚫️ BREAKING: Loïc Openda to Juventus, here we go! Deal in place with RB Leipzig and authorization to travel.
Kolo Muani deal off and Juve close the deal for Openda on initial loan plus easy obligation to buy.
Total package slightly over €40m.
Zhegrova + Openda for Juve 2️⃣ pic.twitter.com/rXCgNjdKpT
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2025
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Romano also reported that if talks with Juventus remain stalled, Kolo-Muani could become an option for several top clubs on Deadline Day. Moreover, he adds that Tottenham enquired Kolo in the last 24 hours.