Juventus join chase for Real target Kepa

Italian champions Juventus are the latest high-profile club to have joined the race to sign Athletic Club goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, according to Tuttosport.

The 23-year-old quickly developed into one of Europe’s most sought-after shot-stoppers and he is being heavily linked with a big club move.

With his contract due to expire at the end of the season, a summer exit could be on the cards, with Real Madrid leading the chase for his signature.

However, reports from Italy suggest that Juventus are also hot on his trail as they plan to sign a long-term replacement for Gianluigi Buffon.

The Bianconeri will give Wojciech Szczesny a chance to stake his claim for a regular starting berth, but will also recruit another quality goalkeeper, with Kepa and Jan Oblak some of the players on their hit list.