Bayern Munich defender remains long-term target for Juventus

"The Croatian defender was subject to interest from Juventus in the final month of August. According to Fabrizio Romano (via iMiaSanMia), Juventus had several calls to explore a move for Stanisic. Die Roten were not keen on selling the Croatian defender, but communicated that it would take €50 million to consider a transfer. Juventus had no interest in paying such a big fee for Stanisic. They eventually looked at other options, but the interest in Stanisic remains concrete. As per Romano, the 25-year-old defender remains a long-term target for the Italian club."

"Stanisic is part of Bayern's long-term plans. They extended his contract until 2029 when he returned from a loan spell at Bayer Leverkusen in 2024. Leverkusen wanted to sign Stanisic permanently, but Die Roten moved swiftly to extend the contract of Croatian defender. Bayern offered Sacha Boey to Juventus Fabrizio Romano has also reported that Bayern had offered Sacha Boey to Juventus when they had enquired about Stanisic. The French defender was heavily linked with a move away from Munich throughout the summer. Galatasaray and Marseille had shown interest in Boey, but he remained keen on staying in Munich."

"Stanisic made a promising start to the season, excelling in the left-back position. He had a frustrating last season due to injuries. However, his positive start to the campaign came to an abrupt halt during the Champions League game against Chelsea 10 days ago. Stanisic is set to have another spell on the sidelines due to a knee injury."

Bayern Munich reduced the wage bill by releasing senior players and sanctioning Kingsley Coman’s permanent exit while fielding enquiries for younger talents such as Josip Stanisic. Juventus explored a move for Stanisic in late August but did not meet Bayern’s €50 million valuation, though they remain a long-term suitor. Bayern extended Stanisic’s contract to 2029 after his 2024 loan return from Bayer Leverkusen, despite Leverkusen wanting a permanent deal. Bayern also offered Sacha Boey to Juventus amid interest from Galatasaray and Marseille. A knee injury to Stanisic halted his strong season start and opened opportunities for Boey.

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