A hypothetical scenario suggests Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli, a 27-year-old Italian international, could move to Olympique Marseille as part of a potential deal for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. Juventus have a sustained interest in Hojbjerg, but Marseille's coach, Roberto De Zerbi, recently said that he has no intention of letting the midfielder leave. Locatelli is viewed as a possible asset in the negotiations, as De Zerbi has openly shown his appreciation for the player's qualities. The coach, who previously managed the player described as one of his 'loyalists' in 99 matches, could be tempted by the inclusion of Locatelli in a deal for the Danish midfielder.
This season, Locatelli has made 15 appearances in Serie A, and he has 34 caps and 3 goals for Italy. His current market value, according to Transfermarkt, is €25.00m. Several Premier League clubs, including Newcastle, West Ham, Chelsea, and Aston Villa have also been linked with him. In October 2025, reports linked Newcastle with a move valued between €30-35 million, while in September 2025, it was stated Juventus would consider an offer of €40 million.
