A potential transfer saga is brewing, and it's one that might surprise many football fans. Could a former Juventus player be on his way back to the club?
According to a report by renowned Italian journalist Enzo Bucchioni, Juventus are eyeing a return for their former youth prospect, Radu Dragusin. The 23-year-old Romanian defender, who currently plies his trade at Tottenham Hotspur, has had a challenging time in North London due to injuries. But here's the twist: Juventus might be willing to bring him back.
The Bianconeri initially signed Dragusin at the age of 16, nurturing his talent until he became one of the first Juventus Next Gen players to feature in the senior team. After brief loan stints at Sampdoria and Salernitana, he made a permanent move to Genoa in 2022. But it was at Tottenham that he caught the eye with his performances, leading to a €25 million transfer in January 2024.
However, Dragusin's time at Tottenham has been plagued by injury woes, most notably a ruptured ACL that has kept him out of action for most of 2025. But now, with the player returning to fitness, a return to Juventus could be on the cards.
And this is where it gets intriguing: Bucchioni suggests that Dragusin is open to the idea of rejoining Juventus, with the club's new director, Marco Ottolini, keen on a reunion. But is this a wise move for both parties?
Juventus has recent history with signing a player recovering from an ACL injury mid-season, and it didn't end well. Tiago Djalo, signed in January 2024, was sold just a year later. But every case is unique, and Dragusin's potential return raises questions about the club's strategy.
What do you think? Is this a smart move by Juventus, or a risky decision? Leave your thoughts in the comments below, and let's discuss the potential implications of this transfer.
