Juventus keeping tabs on Brentford defender Michael Kayode

Juventus are monitoring Brentford defender Michael Kayode, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Bianconeri chief executive Giovanni Carnevali and sporting director Ricky Massara want to build a stronger Italian core at the club.

Juventus are focusing on young players who can become key figures in the future.

Kayode is among the defenders on their radar. He has continued to make significant progress since moving to the Premier League.

The 21-year-old came through Juventus’ youth system before joining Fiorentina, where he established himself as one of Italy’s most promising full-backs.

His performances earned him a move to Brentford in January 2025. Juventus have continued to monitor Kayode’s development since he left.

In his first full season at Brentford, he contributed a goal and created four big chances in 37 league appearances. He helped keep eight clean sheets.

He has been one of the early standouts this season, catching the eye with his ability to get up and down the right flank.

However, any attempt to bring him back to Turin will be complicated by his potentially enormous price tag.

Kayode has bolstered his international profile after netting on his debut for Italy as they beat Turkey 4-1 in the UEFA Nations League.

He was also part of the Azzurri team that drew 1-1 with France yesterday.

Kayode is not the only Italian talent Juventus are tracking.

They are also monitoring Frosinone’s Antonio Raimondo and Lorenzo Palmisani, while Cher Ndour, Davide Frattesi and Alessandro Romano are also on their radar.