Juventus are making bold moves to strengthen their midfield, with Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva topping their wish list. But the Bianconeri aren't putting all their eggs in one basket—they've also got their eyes on Real Madrid's Brahim Diaz and Inter's Davide Frattesi as backup options.
The Turin giants have long identified the Portuguese playmaker as the ideal solution to inject some much-needed flair into their squad. Manager Luciano Spalletti has been vocal about the lack of creativity between the lines, and many believe Silva's elegance and vision could be the perfect fix.
In a major development, Manchester City recently confirmed that Silva will leave the club at the end of the season on a free transfer. At 31, the Portuguese star still has plenty to offer, but Juventus will face stiff competition from a host of European and international suitors eager to snap him up.
According to Tuttosport, Silva remains the top priority, but the club is wisely preparing alternatives. Brahim Diaz is considered 'Plan B'—a left-footed attacking midfielder with a similar style to Silva, often playing as an inverted right winger. The 26-year-old Moroccan came through the ranks at Malaga and Manchester City before joining Real Madrid in 2019. He's no stranger to Serie A either, having spent three seasons at AC Milan (2020-2023), where he developed a knack for scoring stunning goals—especially against Juventus. Currently a backup at Real Madrid, Diaz's future could depend on the next manager, potentially Jose Mourinho.
Then there's 'Plan C': Davide Frattesi, a very different profile. The 26-year-old Italian international is a box-to-box midfielder rather than a pure playmaker. He joined Inter in 2023 but has struggled for regular minutes, especially this season under Cristian Chivu. Frattesi is a favorite of Spalletti, who regularly started him during his time with the Italian national team, making him a compelling option if Juve need a more dynamic presence in midfield.
Whether it's Silva's artistry, Diaz's creativity, or Frattesi's energy, Juventus are clearly determined to add quality to their engine room this summer. Stay tuned as the transfer saga unfolds—this could be one of the most exciting moves of the window.