Randal Kolo Muani agrees Juventus transfer amid Tottenham struggles
Tottenham Hotspur loanee Randal Kolo Muani has reached an agreement in principle to join Juventus this summer after struggling to impress manager Roberto De Zerbi.
The French international is currently spending the season in north London but is expected to depart following a disappointing domestic campaign.
Reports from Italy indicate the 27-year-old has already settled on terms for a permanent return to Turin following a previous successful loan spell with the Serie A club.
Relegation fears and squad rebuild
Spurs are currently embroiled in a tense Premier League relegation battle alongside West Ham United and desperately need four points from their final two fixtures to ensure survival.
A crucial trip to St James’ Park against Newcastle United awaits on Sunday, followed by a daunting London derby against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Regardless of which division the club competes in next season, a significant overhaul of the playing squad is anticipated to prevent a repeat of this year’s struggles.
De Zerbi seeks alternative attacking options
The former Paris St-Germain forward has managed just one goal and a solitary assist in 28 league appearances this term.
Despite starting all five matches since De Zerbi took charge, the lightning-fast striker has failed to show enough consistency to secure a full-time contract.
The Italian head coach has openly expressed a desire to permanently sign fellow loanee Joao Palhinha but remains unconvinced by his current forward line.
First-team opportunities for the Frenchman may have been severely limited had key playmakers such as James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski been fully fit.