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Juve Ditches Hojbjerg for Man Utd's Ugarte
6 Apr
Summary
- Juventus ends pursuit of Hojbjerg due to declining form.
- Ugarte, younger but struggling, becomes Juventus' new target.
- Rabiot's departure is cited as a factor in Hojbjerg's struggles.
Juventus has ended their long-standing interest in midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. The Danish international, initially a target in 2023, had remained on the Old Lady's shortlist despite joining Olympique Marseille. However, Hojbjerg's performances have reportedly dipped this season, with his struggles exacerbated by the absence of his former midfield partner, Adrien Rabiot.
Consequently, Juventus is shifting its transfer focus to Manchester United's Manuel Ugarte. Although the Uruguayan midfielder has also faced a difficult campaign since his €50 million move in the summer of 2024, his six-year age advantage over Hojbjerg makes him a potentially more valuable investment for the future. This strategic pivot represents a significant change in Juventus's midfield transfer strategy.
