Juventus continue to monitor strikers capable of replacing Dusan Vlahovic, and Tuttosport reports that Ricardo Pepi has now been added to their shortlist.
The American forward plays for PSV in the Dutch top flight and has developed into one of the club’s most important players over recent seasons, helping them maintain strong performances domestically.
Pepi was close to joining Fulham during the January transfer window and was interested in completing the move, but the deal eventually collapsed before an agreement could be finalised. That situation has now reopened the possibility of him leaving PSV during the current summer transfer window.
Juventus searching for a new striker
Juventus are actively looking for a new forward after agreeing to allow Dusan Vlahovic to leave without meeting his contractual demands. The club are therefore assessing several attacking options as they prepare for changes in their squad ahead of next season.
Pepi is a player many supporters have become familiar with because of his strong form in recent months, and Juventus believe he could adapt well to playing in Turin if a transfer were completed.
The report states that he is one of several strikers under consideration as Juventus continue evaluating potential replacements for Vlahovic before making a final decision.
Competition among Juventus targets
Despite the growing interest in Pepi, Juventus are also tracking other forwards and have not yet committed to prioritising the American as their leading option.
Randal Kolo Muani remains among the names being discussed internally, meaning Pepi faces competition from other targets as the club narrows its shortlist in the coming weeks.
Juventus are expected to continue analysing both financial and tactical factors before deciding which striker best fits their long-term plans and immediate ambitions.
For now, Pepi remains one of the attacking players under serious consideration, but the final outcome will depend on how negotiations and market opportunities develop throughout the remainder of the transfer window this summer.