The sweet taste of success for Italy’s now six time reigning champions did not last for long. Inside a single week the Bianconeri were triumphant with a victory over Lazio to win their third straight Coppa Italia, then finished the week with a win over Crotone that clinched their sixth consecutive Scudetto.

Unfortunately for tifosi of La Vecchia Signora, celebrations did not extend into the summer quite the way they had planned. A devastating 4-1 loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League final now nearly two weeks passed, Juventus directors and coaches will act quickly during the summer transfer window and in all areas of the field. 

 

In goal, Neto looks destined to depart and his replacement could be Wojciech Szczęsny from Arsenal via Roma. Talks have been ongoing between the respective parties involved, and even Gigi Buffon has spoken highly of the Polish international. In the defence, Allegri will have some decisions to make. The first regards the clarity between Leonardo Bonucci and the club: will the central defender be ready to entertain the often touted switch to the English Premier League?



The next questions are in the full-back positions; with Asamoah also thought to be on his way out the exit door. Allegri and Juve’s preferred choice so far has been rumoured to be the unsettled Mattia De Sciglio from Milan, who is out of contract next year and has thus far refused a renewal. Another option is is the already purchased Leonardo Spinazzola, but some of the numbers will depend on Dani Alves’ decision on his renewal, who also plays in the wide defensive role. 

 

In the midfield there is a lack of quality and depth to maintain Juve’s dominance in Europe for the upcoming years. For this reason, the Old Lady are expected to be ready to spend to bring in some players who can make an immediate difference. The first of these is Steven N’Zonzi from Sevilla. The athletic playmaker can fill the role between physicality and finesse that the Bianconeri lack, but his transfer will rest on how far Sevilla will be willing to negotiate.



On a disappointing note, long sought after PSG midfielder Marco Verratti looks more and more likely to be headed to Barcelona than Turin, perhaps forcing Juve’s hand in a move for N’Zonzi. Another question mark in the centre of the park surrounds the incoming Bentancur. Will the young Uruguayan fit in immediately and contend for a spot, or will he be better suited for a loan where he can adjust to the style of Serie A?

 

On the wing is where Juve’s transfer list has been the most expansive. Multiple names from Douglas Costa to Di Maria to Bernardeschi to  Keita Balde and Mahrez have all been mentioned. It appears that Allegri will be longing for more technique, depth, and experience on the flanks. With all respects to Sturaro or Lemina, who both could be on their way out and still have bright futures ahead of them, they do not offer the attacking wherewithal that any of the above mentioned names do.

Douglas Costa and Di Maria have been on Allegri’s wish list in the past, and both would give the Bianconeri a totally different dynamic that they currently need. The same goes for Bernardeschi, who would be more difficult to bring in considering the Della Valle family’s staunch stance on their evaluation of the young star. Deals with Lazio for Keita are of a similar fashion, with Lotito preferring not to strengthen the Scudetto winners without some serious reward. 

 

In attack Juve look to have already acted quickly enough to persuade Sampdoria’s Czech striker Patrik Schick to join their ranks. The strategy is thought to be to allow the 21 year old to come into pre-season and train with the team before making a decision to loan him out immediately. For Juve, Schick can fill the attacking role left by the injured Pjaca, should they deem him fully capable in that capacity. With Mandzukic, Higuain, and Dybala already fully settled with the club the young Czech could be the ideal fourth forward, allowing Juve the chance to remain relaxed with their current attacking lineup and focus their attention to other positions.

 

After a bitter loss in the Champions League final, Juve will be acting swiftly and intelligently on the market. Bianconeri directors will be working with diligence in the coming weeks, and within a month will hope to have solidified most of their transfer strategy.