Juventus are monitoring Folarin Balogun’s situation at AS Monaco and could bring forward plans to sign the United States international during the January transfer window, according to information reported by Ekrem Konur.
The Italian club had initially been expected to consider a move for the 25-year-old next summer. However, the collapse of his proposed transfer to Everton has prompted Juventus to assess whether the deal could be accelerated by several months.
Everton had been prepared to pay 50 million euros for Balogun, but the move fell through after an issue emerged during his medical examination. The failure of the transfer has left the striker’s position at AS Monaco uncertain.
Balogun was not included in the club’s registered squad for the UEFA Conference League, further raising questions about his role in the team’s plans. His omission could also influence the way Juventus approach any potential negotiations in January.
No agreement has been reached between Balogun and Juventus at this stage, and the Italian club have yet to decide whether to make a formal move. It also remains unclear under what terms AS Monaco would be willing to discuss the player’s departure.
A transfer could offer Balogun the opportunity to restart his career in a different environment after the setback involving Everton. For now, his future is expected to remain a subject of attention as the January market approaches.
Balogun remains under contract with AS Monaco until June 2028. His current market value is estimated at 50 million euros, a figure that could prove significant if Juventus decide to turn their interest into a bid.
The striker earns an annual salary of 3,220,000 euros, equivalent to 2,093,000,000 FCFA, at AS Monaco. Those financial commitments, together with the length of his contract, are likely to be important factors in any discussions between the two clubs.
The failed Everton transfer has therefore left AS Monaco facing a decision over Balogun’s future, while Juventus are considering whether January represents an opportunity to secure a player they had previously expected to target in the summer.
AS Monaco’s next fixture is against FC Lorient in the seventh round of the French league. The match will come as speculation continues over Balogun’s role at the club and whether he could leave during the forthcoming winter transfer window.