Milan back in Vlahovic race as Juventus delay contract talks

Juventus have reportedly delayed contract extension talks with Dusan Vlahovic to the end of the season, reopening the door for Milan, who are also hoping to offload Christopher Nkunku to strengthen their position.

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Juventus delay Vlahovic contract talks

Juventus are not expected to sit down with Vlahovic’s entourage before the end of the season to discuss a contract extension, according to Gazzetta.

Juventus director Damien Comolli recently claimed that updates on the Serbia international would not come anytime soon, and the pink paper suggests that negotiations won’t resume before the end of the campaign.

Vlahovic’s contract runs out in June, and Juventus will offer a salary below his current €12m wages, including add-ons.

Vlahovic has recently suffered a new muscle injury that will sideline him for at least three weeks, prompting Juventus to put negotiations on hold.

Milan remain interested in the striker, and stalling talks with the Bianconeri will likely boost the Rossoneri’s hopes.

According to Gazzetta, Milan are waiting for offers for French striker Nkunku, who has failed to impress in his first season at San Siro.

Scorer of just six goals in 29 appearances this season, Nkunku’s sale would allow Milan to increase their budget for a contract offer to Vlahovic.