Italian powerhouse Juventus have emerged as serious contenders for Tottenham Hotspur defender Djed Spence as they look to revamp their full-back positions.
According to reports from Italy, the Bianconeri’s leadership has identified the versatile 25-year-old Englishman as a transfer target.
Juventus are hoping to leverage strong internal connections to improve their chances of landing Spence. Sporting director Marco Ottolini has a direct relationship with the player, having previously overseen Spence’s loan move to Genoa as part of the January 2024 deal that brought Radu Dragusin to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Spence enjoyed a solid 2025/26 campaign under Roberto De Zerbi, revitalizing his career after a string of inconsistent loan spells.
The dynamic wing-back made 44 appearances across all competitions, becoming a key tactical asset due to his ability to operate comfortably on both the left and right sides. His form earned him a spot in England’s squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup in North America.
For Juventus, signing Spence from Tottenham won’t be easy, as the defender is under contract until June 2029, giving Spurs the upper hand in negotiations.
However, Tottenham may be willing to sell, having already brought in Andrew Robertson on a free transfer. While Juventus view the “outstanding” Spence as a priority target, any move hinges on the departure of Andrea Cambiaso, who is drawing interest from several clubs, including Barcelona.
The Bianconeri are also keeping their options open, monitoring AS Roma’s Zeki Celik as a low-cost alternative should a deal for Spence fall through.
