It has now been more than two years since Marco Verratti last set foot on a European pitch. Transferred to Al Arabi in Qatar for 45 million euros in September 2023, the former PSG player is now enjoying the glory days of the Qatari championship in the Al-Duhail jersey.
His adventure could nevertheless end quite quickly. This Thursday, the Italian press reported a pronounced interest from a Serie A big name, who would very much like to repatriate Verratti to Italy.
Indeed, Sportmediaset argues that Luciano Spalletti, new coach of Juventus Turin, is an admirer of Marco Verratti. The 33-year-old midfielder would perfectly match the playmaker profile sought by the Italian tactician. But his staggering salary – around 30 million euros per season – would pose a major problem for Turin management.
Verratti also tracked in South America
Especially since Juve is not alone on this issue. Argentinian media Double Amarilla reports that Boca Junior makes eyes at the “Little Owl”. The president of the club, a certain Juan Roman Riquelme, would welcome the arrival of Verratti for the club’s return to the Copa Libertadores in early 2026. He would even have offered his wife, Jessica AĂŻdi, professional opportunities in Buenos Aires.
In addition, the residents of the Bombonera have a strong argument since they count in their ranks Edinson Cavani, Leandro Paredes and Ander Herrera, three former PSG players and friends of the Italian. Enough to attract him? Response to the next transfer window.
