Juventus have reportedly asked Arsenal about a January swoop for Shkodran Mustafi, but were told he is not for sale.
According to Rai Sport, the former Sampdoria defender is considered a prime target, having already been linked with Inter over the summer.
The Bianconeri are seeking a new centre-back because Benedikt Howedes has managed only one appearance all season and is out until at least the New Year with yet another muscular injury.
Juventus have reportedly asked Arsenal about a January swoop for Shkodran Mustafi, but were told he is not for sale.
According to Rai Sport, the former Sampdoria defender is considered a prime target, having already been linked with Inter over the summer.
The Bianconeri are seeking a new centre-back because Benedikt Howedes has managed only one appearance all season and is out until at least the New Year with yet another muscular injury.
It seems increasingly unlikely Juve will activate the option to buy Howedes from Schalke 04 and can therefore start spending that planned cash elsewhere.