Juventus on Alert as Liverpool Target Randal Kolo Muani to Replace Departing Mohamed Salah

Liverpool targets Randal Kolo Muani as the successor to Mo Salah, sparking a transfer battle with Juventus. Read the latest on the 35 million euro race.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 22, 2026, 7:56 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from YSScores

The Anfield Succession Plan Begins

The landscape of the Premier League is set for a seismic shift following Mohamed Salah's official confirmation that he will depart Liverpool at the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign. In response to the loss of their most prolific forward, the Liverpool hierarchy has identified Randal Kolo Muani as a versatile replacement capable of maintaining their offensive threat. According to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport, the English club is specifically enticed by the Frenchman’s ability to operate across the front line, including the right-wing position soon to be vacated by the Egyptian icon.

Turin Braces for an English Offensive

The emergence of Liverpool as a serious suitor has sent shockwaves through the Juventus boardroom, where Kolo Muani has long been viewed as the cornerstone of their future attack. The Bianconeri have maintained a persistent interest in the striker for over 18 months, having previously utilized him during a productive loan spell in the 2024/25 season where he netted 10 goals. Recent updates indicate that Juventus officials have initiated "frenetic contact" with the player’s representatives to prevent a potential hijack of their meticulously planned summer transfer strategy.

Navigating the Complex Loan Landscape

Securing Kolo Muani’s signature has proven to be a logistical challenge for the Italian side, following a series of failed negotiations during the summer of 2025 and the recent January window. Paris Saint-Germain, the player's parent club, previously maintained high financial demands that exceeded Juventus’s immediate reach, while Tottenham Hotspur refused to terminate his current season-long loan early. As the loan in North London nears its end, the striker is expected to return briefly to Paris before a permanent move is sanctioned, with a market valuation now estimated at approximately 35 million euros.