‘I do not talk’ – Arsenal transfer target Dusan Vlahovic misses Juventus game
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Juventus manager Thiago Motta has refused to comment on the future of striker Dusan Vlahovic amid interest from Arsenal.
The Serbian frontman missed his side’s 1-1 draw with Atalanta in Serie A on Monday night.
Vlahovic has not featured in either of Juve’s last two matches due to muscle fatigue.
It comes as Arsenal look to reignite their interest in the 24-year-old.
However, Motta put Vlahovic’s absence at Atalanta down to nothing more than his fitness following the match.
Asked about his future, the Juve boss told reporters: “I do not talk about the transfer market.
“Dusan is recovering, he is not at 100 per cent and we cannot risk losing him for longer, so we'll see what happens over the next three days.”
Vlahovic could return to action in time for the Old Lady’s next match at home to AC Milan on Saturday.
talkSPORT revealed this week the Gunners could pursue a loan move for the Serbian international this month.
Mikel Arteta may be forced into the market after Gabriel Jesus injured his anterior cruciate ligament against Manchester United on Sunday.
Vlahovic has entered the final 18 months of his contract in Turin and is yet to agree an extension with Juventus.
So far this season, he has scored 12 goals in 23 appearances across all competitions.
The former Fiorentina man is currently the club’s top scorer this term, with nearest challenger Kenan Yildiz six goals behind him.
Arsenal’s move for Vlahovic is also set to be boosted by Juve’s own transfer plans.
The Italian giants are closing in on the signing of Tottenham target Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain.
Kolo Muani’s arrival will pave the way for Vlahovic to leave this month.
Juve previously offered him to United as part of a swap deal involving Joshua Zirkzee earlier in the transfer window.
