Juventus has made a €55 million bid for Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners. This deal would set a new record for the highest fee ever paid for a midfielder in Serie A. Direct negotiations between the clubs are expected soon as Koopmeiners is keen on the move.
- Juventus has sent a €55 million bid to Atalanta for Teun Koopmeiners.
- This offer would make Koopmeiners the highest-paid midfielder in Serie A history.
- Koopmeiners is eager to join Juventus, accelerating the negotiation process.
Transfer News: Juventus Bid for Teun Koopmeiners
According to Fabrizio Romano, Juventus has sent a new bid to Atalanta for Teun Koopmeiners, amounting to a €55 million package, including add-ons. This significant offer would make Koopmeiners the highest-paid midfielder in Serie A history. The Dutch midfielder has expressed his desire to join Juventus, which has accelerated the negotiation process. Atalanta and Juventus are expected to have direct contact soon to finalize the transfer.
🚨⚫️⚪️ EXCLUSIVE: Juventus already sent new bid to Atalanta for Teun Koopmeiners this week, €55m package add-ons included.
It’d be highest fee ever for a midfielder in Serie A.
Direct contact between clubs expected soon as Koopmeiners wants Juventus. https://t.co/pOZ1myUvQb
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 07, 2023
Player Profile: Teun Koopmeiners
Teun Koopmeiners, born on February 28, 1998, in Castricum, Netherlands, is a versatile midfielder who can play in attacking, central, and defensive roles. Standing at 1.84 meters, he currently plays for Atalanta BC and wears jersey number 7. Known for his left-footed precision, Koopmeiners has also made 21 appearances for the Netherlands national team, scoring 2 goals. His contract with Atalanta runs until June 30, 2027, and he is represented by Wasserman.
Career Statistics and Transfer History
Koopmeiners began his professional career at AZ Alkmaar, where he made a significant impact before transferring to Atalanta BC in August 2021 for a reported fee of €12 million. His performance at Atalanta has attracted attention from top clubs, culminating in the current bid from Juventus.
- Youth Clubs: Vitesse ’22, AZ Juvenil (2009-2016)
- Senior Career:
- AZ Alkmaar: 2016-2021
- Appearances: 116
- Goals: 35
- Atalanta BC: 2021-Present
- Appearances: 97
- Goals: 26
- AZ Alkmaar: 2016-2021
- National Team Career:
- Netherlands U17: 4 caps
- Netherlands U18: 3 caps
- Netherlands U19: 13 caps
- Netherlands U20: 5 caps
- Netherlands U21: 19 caps, 4 goals
- Netherlands Senior Team: 21 caps, 2 goals
Additional Context and Developments
- Recent Developments:
- Koopmeiners has reportedly skipped training sessions to force a move to Juventus.
- Atalanta’s manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, has confirmed that Koopmeiners wants to join Juventus.
- The transfer saga has seen significant media coverage, with various sources confirming the player’s intent and the ongoing negotiations.
The move to Juventus would not only be a significant step in Koopmeiners’ career but also a substantial investment for Juventus as they look to bolster their midfield. This transfer is part of a broader strategy by Juventus, which includes other notable moves like the potential signing of Jean-Clair Todibo, as reported here.
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